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Washington, District of Columbia
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The Capitol has an underground subway system that connects it to the Senate and House office buildings, primarily used by members of Congress and staff.
The iconic dome, completed in 1866, is constructed of nearly 9 million pounds of cast iron and was painted to appear like the stone below.
The Capitol Crypt, located directly beneath the Rotunda, was originally intended as a burial place for George Washington, though he was never interred there.
The original Capitol building was partially burned by the British during the War of 1812 and had to be rebuilt in the following years.
The Rotunda features large historical paintings and sculptures depicting significant events and figures in American history.
The National Statuary Hall Collection comprises 100 statues, two from each state, representing notable figures in American history.
On September 18, 1793, George Washington laid the cornerstone of the Capitol, marking the beginning of its construction.
In addition to being a historical monument, the Capitol serves as the meeting place for the United States Congress, housing both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
