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白宫英文介绍
神秘的白宫
One of the most recognizable structures in the world, one can 't say
they're been to Washington D.C. until they have seen the White
House. The home of the leader of the free world is open to the public
five days a week from 10 noon.
Originally known as the Executive Mansion, construction of the White
House began in 1792 under the direction of George Washington. The
structure was not completed until 1800, so ironically Washington is
the only President not to live there.
The executive mansion was torched by British troops in 1814, during
the War of 1812. The structural damage caused by the fire was
repaired but the exterior sandstone walls were still black with fire
damage. The walls were then painted white, giving birth to the nick
name
name in 1902.
Every President has left his mark upon the White House. Thomas
Jefferson added terraces to the east and west wings, Andrew Jackson
installed running water, and Harry Truman added a porch. Bill
Clinton's addition to the White House was an indoor-running
track(Used to relieve tension and cheeseburgers).
In order to visit the White House, you must first pick up a free ticket
from the White House Visitor Center located at 1450 Pennsylvania Ave.
During the height of tourist season, tickets are nearly impossible to
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