Each country, whether small or large are the symbols of their own. It may be cultural, culinary or famous but just mention that only one will know that the characteristics of the country. Let’s go back 10 iconic landmarks in the United States, where the bold characteristics “Americanisms”
1. Statue of Liberty, New York
Considered as a symbol of America since 1886, was a gift from France, the Statue of Liberty symbolizes freedom and wealth. Statue of Liberty shape of a woman wearing robes, representing Libertas, the goddess of Roman liberty, the right hand while the other hand torch a slate plate is engraved with the date of US independence .
For immigrants to the United States, the image of Liberty’s torch held high assurance escape a life of poverty
This statue symbolizes the epitome of the ideal of freedom and of the United States
2. Freedom Boulevard Freedom Trail, Boston
Freedom Trail is a path through downtown Boston. Boston is probably the best place in which to explore American history American Revolution, because most of the events taking place in and around Massachusetts.
Boston Freedom Trail Walking in is like visiting a museum of the history of the revolution, where many images recorded impressive moments of American history. There are a lot of drama set in here to reconstruct the American Revolution, which can specifically mention the scenes footage depicting the Boston Massacre.
3. Independence Hall, Philadelphia
Even in the main building, the Declaration of Independence was signed, President George Washington was appointed commander of the Continental Army, and the Constitution was ratified. Independence Hall is a separate part of the National Historical Park, where you will also find freedom and a number of museums.
4. Fort Sumter, Charleston, South Carolina
The first shots of the Civil War fired at the fort on an island that people create in Charleston harbor. The 34-hour battle ensued led to the failure of the Union Fort Sumter and turned into a symbol of southern resistance. Today, it is considered National Park and became tourist attractions, but it is still under the management and supervision of the rangers.
5. National Mall, Washington DC
Shopping Center Washington DC is surrounded by a large collection of icons of America, Washington DC monuments on the other side, the Lincoln Memorial and Vietnam Memories immediately adjacent. There is also a museum right near the shopping center.
6. Mount Rushmore Presidential Mountain, South Dakota
Located in the middle of the mountains in the state of South Dakota Black Hills, at a height of 60m portrait of President George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt are carved into a huge granite cliffs. This is the most famous monuments America. In the time between June to mid-September, we use the lights at night to make extra cheese majesty for this portrait.
7. The Alamo, San Antonio
As a monument to commemorate the 189 Texas volunteers who fought and died heroically in a 13 day siege in 1836 by Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana, Mexico. The Texans lost city, but in the end they win and win independence as calls “Remember the Alamo” by them.
8. Gateway Arch Gateway arc, St. Louis
As an extension of the National Park Jefferson anniversary, architecture iconic symbol for the importance of the City of St. Louis, a gate opens as a new world with Western Area. Try a visit to the top to be watching what’s most amazing cities and beautiful Mississippi River.
9. Hoover Dam Hydroelectric Dam, Nevada-Arizona Border
Hoover Dam Hydroelectric Dam keep water of the mighty Colorado River, and hydroelectric power generation and supply for seven states. In 2010, they built the Hoover Dam Bypass bridge as a bridge to help transport to travel quickly and conveniently through the area. But it does not just improve the infrastructure but also is a great sightseeing while standing on the bridge.
10. Golden Gate Bridge (Golden Gate Bridge), San Francisco
Suspension bridge connecting San Francisco and Marin County, was completed in 1937, is a successful construction work in all aspects, can endure the most intense winds and not damaged by quake Loma Prieta earthquake as of 1989. This is one of the longest Suspension bridge in the world, a symbol of the city of San Francisco, California, United States.
