tidal basin

Capital Bloom

Cherry Blossom Beauty Every year at this time I try to pinpoint the best time to see the cherry blossoms when the Tidal Basin is not teeming with tourists who’ve journeyed from afar to see the beautiful blooms. So far I’ve found early morning to be the optimal time for blossom
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The Washington Monument on Friday framed by cherry blossoms. (Photo: Wolfpackwx/Flickr)

Weekend Guide

Spring Is in Bloom in D.C. This Weekend They’re here! The cherry blossoms are out and are in peak bloom for viewing this weekend. There’s plenty to do from a visit to the tidal basin to the Cherry Blossom parade to the annual Sakura Matsuri Japanese street festival. But there are
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