Washington DC, our nation’s capital, is an unassuming metropolis because of its cap on building height. The city however contains every amenity any resident could desire. The Smithsonian Museum system provides, free of cost, an extensive look into history, art, culture, and innovation. For lovers of theater and performing arts both traditional and contemporary DC is home to the Shakespeare Theater company, The National Symphony, The Kennedy Center for the Arts, The Warner Theater, and countless other venues. World-class restaurants serve delicious, trendsetting meals all over the city. From Shopping in Georgetown to bearing witness to the roots of our nation’s founding at the National Archives and Library of Congress, Washington DC truly has something for everyone. With prestigious universities, think tanks, and policy institutions the city is an intellectual’s dream. From the gorgeous trails that wind through Rock Creek Park to the Botanical Gardens to the National Arboretum this city is also a nature lovers' dream.