One of the most recognizable buildings in the world, the US Capitol serves as a symbol of democracy (really?), the seat of the House of Representatives and the Senate, and a tourist attraction visited by millions of people every year. Although the original construction of the Capitol was in 1793, the building has been expanded and modified many times throughout the history of the United States. This image of the Capitol shows a view of the impressive architecture of this important landmark in Washington, D.C.
