Ellipse

The Ellipse in Washington DC is in the middle of this picture with the White House near the top.

It is also known as the President's Park South.

The National Christmas Tree, which was permanently planted on the Ellipse in 1978, is lighted each winter by the President.

Open: Every day
Admission: Free
Hours: 24 Hours
Address: 17th St and Constitution Ave, NW
              Washington, DC 20001

Official Web Site: The Ellipse

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