David Maki

Patrick Malone www.monumental-dc.com

David Maki

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USA Ulysses Grant Memorial

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Ulysses Grant, the general who won the Civil War and became the 18th president of the United States, stands guard on his horse with the west side of the U.S. Capitol behind him. This and the surrounding statuary form the largest equestrian monument in the United States.

Photography Tips

A telephoto lens is required to get details of the statue and the Capitol background.

Travel Information

Plenty of parking at U.S. Botanic Gardens, especially in the early morning.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Lots of people

Best Timing Sunrise or blue hour/at night in spring

Sunrise & Sunset 07:22 - 16:51 | current local time: 14:32

Photo Themes Capitol president statue

Locations Washington DC

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