*** About Washington Monument: The Washington Monument, standing at approximately 555 feet, is the tallest monumental column in the world designed to commemorate George Washington, the United States' first president. Constructed primarily of marble, granite, and bluestone gneiss, its construction began in 1848 but was halted in 1854 due to a lack of funds, before finally being completed in 1884. The monument, shaped like an Egyptian obelisk, is both an engineering marvel and a symbol of the nation's gratitude towards its founding father. It attracts millions of visitors every year who come to admire its grandeur and the panoramic views of the capital city from its observation deck.

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