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A Peek Inside the U.S. Botanic Garden

Washington DCPosted by Kacy

19 Nov

I’ve really been on a roll lately on my quest to visit more of DC’s (free) sights around town. This past weekend, I checked another box on my local tourist wish list by visiting the U.S. Botanic Garden not far from our apartment.
We’ve been walking over to the Capitol area often lately, it’s just so lovely over there.
United States Botanic Garden ConservatoryThe idea to visit the Botanic Garden started when we were living in Brazil and went to the botanical gardens in our little hometown one weekend when we had nothing else to do. It seemed odd that we’d seen this little garden in a small Brazilian town but after four years of DC living had never ventured over to our own.
It was an easy enough fix.
iphone photosThis place is a photographer’s paradise. Unfortunately, I’m not a photographer. It’s funny, I used to be very into photography in high school and college, when I was photo editor at the school newspaper. I had a nice DSLR camera and a working knowledge of how to use it, but over the  years my interests changed and I lost everything I learned.
Now that I’m blogging, it’s a huge disappointment that I didn’t keep up with it, but maybe in the future I’ll pick it back up again.
These photos were taken with an iPhone 6 and this Samsung NX3000 camera, which has been our go-to when we want slightly nicer photos. I’d love to upgrade in the future, but for now I’m working with what I’ve got.
All of that aside, the garden is an oasis and a place I can see myself seeking out in the winter when I need a healthy dose of humidity and thriving plant life. I hear they’re about to decorate for the holidays as well, which is sure to be beautiful.
Without further ado, here are some of my favorite amateur shots from our visit to the U.S. Botanic Garden and some of its neighboring sights.
white house sculpture at the DC Botanical GardenThese DC landmark sculpture are all made from plant materials and look so close to the real thing. Amazing.
Washington Monument sculpture at DC Botanical Garden
Smithsonian sculpture at DC Botanical Gardens
U.S. Capitol sculpture at U.S. Botanic GardenI don’t know anything about flowers. Not one thing. Except that apparently I like purple ones.
U.S. Botanic Garden DC
Flower at the DC Botanical Gardens
blue tango at the DC Botanical Gardens
U.S. Botanic Garden
U.S. Botanic Garden DCThe front of the conservatory looks right out onto the reflecting pool in front of the U.S. Capitol. This gorgeous Fall day stole my heart and looking at the forecast, it may have been the last I’ll see for awhile.
U.S. Capitol reflecting poolFull disclosure, these shots of the Capitol were actually taken on Veteran’s Day. Tom and I both had the day off, so we went on a long stroll in (again) gorgeous Fall weather. It never gets old being so close to these iconic buildings.
U.S. Capitol from a distanceAlthough what goes on inside is not that impressive, the structure itself certainly is, even with the scaffolding on the dome.
U.S. Capitol
Capitol lawn
back of the U.S. Capitol
If you’re in the area you should absolutely walk over to the American Veterans Disabled For Life Memorial, located across from Bartholdi Park.
The American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial
Disabled Veteran's Memorial ceremonial flameSuch a sobering and beautiful tribute to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Do you have a favorite escape in your city?

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  1. Parita @ myinnershakti says

    November 20, 2015 at 2:12 pm

    BEAUTIFUL photos, Kacy! Adding this on my list of places to visit the next time we’re in DC 🙂

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    • Kacy says

      November 21, 2015 at 10:59 am

      I’ve heard the one in Silver Spring, about an hour outside of DC, is even better. That’s on my list of places to check out next. Although I just love how convenient this one is. It seems like the perfect place to escape to on those bitter, gray winter days.

      Reply
  2. Ray says

    November 24, 2015 at 10:11 am

    You weren’t kidding about it be a “photographer’s dream,” especially with those re-creations of those famous D.C. landmarks! As for my favourite city escape (here in Toronto), it would have to be the Toronto Islands. Your only expense is taking the 15 minute ferry, which is like $6 round trip. But, you get quite the view of the downtown skyline from these islands!
    http://www1.toronto.ca/wps/portal/contentonly?vgnextoid=34e9dada600f0410VgnVCM10000071d60f89RCRD

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    • Kacy says

      December 7, 2015 at 1:54 pm

      That sounds fantastic! I love any activity that gets me on or near the water.

      Reply

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