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Image of National Capitol Columns located in Washington, D.C., US | The former columns of the U.S. Capitol date from 1829. (Leah Caldwell/Atlas Obscura)
Washington, D.C., US

National Capitol Columns

Our country's Capitol's former columns still stand

In 1958, the sandstone columns that had supported the east portico of the U.S. Capitol since 1828 were replaced with newer, marble columns. Unsure of what to do with the columns, the U.S.... »

Architectural Oddities, Incredible Ruins | Edited by LeahC, Dylan and others

Image of The Mansion on O Street located in Washington, D.C., US | One the many bathrooms in the Mansion.
Washington, D.C., US

The Mansion on O Street

With over 100 jam packed rooms to explore and elaborate tea services and events, the Mansion on O is a hidden treasure

The Mansion on O St, near Dupont Circle in Washington DC, was founded by H.H. Leonards-Spero and opened on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1980. The house itself boasts "over 100 rooms and 32 secret... »

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Image of Palace of wonders located in Washington, D.C., US
Washington, D.C., US

Palace of wonders

Bar full of oddities, specimens, artifacts and homages to the great dime museums of the past

The Palace of Wonders (now known as the Red Palace) has two floors over-flowing with an eye-popping array of oddities, specimens, artifacts and homages to the great dime museums of the past. The... »

Bizarre Restaurants and Bars | Edited by michelle, leiris and others

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