Tidal Basin

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    484 0206
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    underground rail: Smithsonian

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Lonely Planet review

Beloved for the magnificent Yoshino cherry trees that ring it, the Tidal Basin attracts joggers, strollers and picnickers to its shady banks. The orchard was a gift from Japan in 1912; since then, every year in late March or early April the banks shimmer with pale pink blossoms.

The enchanting National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates this event - the first two weeks of April draw 100,000 visitors to DC for the festivities, which culminate in a big parade.