In the capital of each state there is the official residence of the ruler, which performs not only its main function, but also is a local landmark. In the US, such a residence is the famous White House, whose address in Washington is known to every American - Pennsylvania Avenue, 1600. This majestic structure for all American presidents served and serves as the official residence. Only George Washington, the founding father of the United States of America, was not able to visit the White House, since he was not yet built during his reign. The residence has a rich history, it remembers both the flowering, the decline, the period of completion, and fires.
Features of architecture
The place where the White House is today was not always so well-groomed. Two hundred years ago there was a vacant lot here. The first stone in the foundation of the future American landmark was laid in 1792. Eight years passed, and on November 1, 1800, his first owner, the second president of the United States, John Adams, entered his new huge mansion.
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During the first ten years after the completion of the construction, this six-story mansion was called "the Presidential Palace" or "President's Mansion" by local residents and state officials themselves. Since 1811, the documents began to meet with references to the White House, but only in 1901 this name was fixed at the official level. Such a decision was made by Republican Theodore Roosevelt, 26th US President. By this time, the White House had to survive the fire, which in 1814 destroyed the mansion (it was restored very quickly).
As well as two hundred years ago, today the white house represents the huge construction consisting of six floors. On two basement floors are mainly business premises, two medium serve as a venue for public receptions and receptions, and the fifth and sixth floors are placed at the disposal of the President of the United States and members of his family.
The main office in the white house is called the Oval. It is in this large oval-shaped room with high ceilings that the president's activities on state management are carried out. Important meetings, meetings and negotiations take place here, orders and bills are signed. By the way, every new American president changes the interior of the Oval Office, but the fireplace and a large table remain unchanged attributes.
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Unauthorized entry permitted!
Exactly! Everyone who wants an American can make a tour of the White House, the sights of the United States. But only in a group of not less than ten people. Book the tour in 4-6 months. Foreigners get into the White House more difficult, but in every country there are travel agencies that recruit groups. The cost depends on the appetite of the owners of the companies. Of course, the route of this excursion, as well as the time of its conduct, are strictly defined, but there is something to see. The doors of the mansion for tourists are open from Tuesday to Saturday from 07.30 to 16.00. Visitors are allowed access to the most beautiful rooms associated with important historical events. It is allowed to examine from within the following rooms of the White House in Washington:
- East room;
- Red room;
- Green room;
- Blue room;
- The dining room.
These premises are used by the President of the United States and his wife to receive senior government officials and important guests. The interior of all the premises of the presidential mansion is designed in a classical style. Here you will not see excessive luxury. Despite this, an excursion to the White House will allow you to discover a new Washington, learn about its history more interesting facts. Many guests of the official presidential residence after her visit note that the majesty and importance of the White House does not leave a mark on the atmosphere prevailing in it. It is likely that the feeling of lightness and good mood is provided by light colors, welcoming staff smiles and a well-groomed green lawn in front of the mansion.
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