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Washington DC was designed by Parisian Pierre Charles L'Enfant. Like Paris, D.C. was designed so that, if ever attacked, the army could move easily through the city to confront the enemy so its concentric boulevards and bridges are reminiscent of Paris. Surely, you must have come across that name while in DC, aka L'Enfant Circle, etc.
Dari, your videos and editing keep getting better, I’m thoroughly enjoying watching them as soon as they’re released. There’s so many places to visit in the US, I’m glad you’re getting exposure to some real hotspots. I can’t wait to see what you’re up to next.
Most visitors overlook it, but a short drive away (1 hour) is Annapolis, a beautifully preserved colonial city on the Severn River. Very nice place to spend a day.
You should also go to the Natural History Museum as well as the Air & Space Museum, both are amazing and very popular. There are many more Smithsonian museums there. You could spend weeks even months to see every one of them.
I went to DC a few years back, loved it, and definitely would like to return. I agree that the Georgetown area is wonderful and that the museums are great! Glad you got to travel there!
DC is amazing during the cherry blossom festival. Incredible. You also have to see Adam's Morgan district -- every nation represent in the restaurants. Very cool.
Yeah - Washington, D.C. is a beautiful city with an endless number of attractions to go see, especially if you're willing to take a 1 or 2 hour drive. I believe it's also alot less expensive there compared to places like NY. Most of the museums and the National Zoo are free, right? I don't think museums or zoos or anything like that are free in NY. I used to go visit my Grandmother and Grandfather in DC every summer from 1974 to 1980. I loved it. When TH-camrs ask "what city should I visit in the US?", I always recommend Washington D.C. Less than 2 hours away you can also go see Mt Vernon (President Washington's home), Luray Caverns, Harper's Ferry, Kings Dominion amusement park, Annapolis, Baltimore - it's just awesome.
I'm glad you enjoyed DC. I always liked the unique layout of the city for an American city also, with features such as the national mall, circles, and lack of skyscrapers.
I am so happy that you had a great first experience in D.C., Dari. Definitely come back and give yourself a lot of time to explore the Smithsonian Museum and take a White House tour. Also, if you go earlier in the fall next year, Vermont and the surrounding states are sublimely beautiful with the fall colors.
Ahhh you were here!!! Next time go to the Library of Congress to see the gorgeous marble, woods, and architecture. Visit the eastern market. The dwarf.. and go across to Alexandria!!
DC is the one place in the US even though I was born here it is at the very top of my list of places I want to go for now I'll live vicariously through your videos really enjoyed it go back and do some more
Enjoyed your trip to DC Dasha. I visited Washington DC in July 1973 during the Watergate hearings, 50 years ago! If you get to return to DC again go to The Smithsonian Museum. Wow it was huge with SO much information to learn. I loved it.
I have lived in the DC area since 1999 - a very long time. The thing about this area is that you never run out of things to see or do. The area is very rich culturally and historically. One thing I HIGHLY RECOMMEND is to spend some time AWAY from tourist areas. Go into the neighborhoods and dine where the locals dine, for example. There is much more than the mall and Georgetown.
The country must be very beautiful!. The American cities are amazing and I hope you had an amazing time in that city. Thank you so much for this video, This is awesome because I feel as if I were in this city. Take good care of yourself, See you next time. Greetings from Lima, Peru. 🇵🇪🦙🙂👍
US is very diverse we have so many cities here and things to do its just mind blowing. You can choose whatever city or small cities or big towns or small towns to visit and live. Texas California Carolinas Florida Washington state Chicago many more
Something you should definitely do the next time you visit is visit the National Mall at night. It's fantastic to see all the monuments and memorials lit up, and on top of that, there are no crowds, so you have the space almost to yourself.
If I went to Washington then I would definitely want to see the Museum of the American Indian and the Space Museum. The Space Museum has the model of the USS Enterprise from the original Star Trek TV series which is now fully repaired. I would like to see that.
It's so strange seeing these things through your lens -- I actually know those areas! 😅 Work brings me into DC all the time. Here's a few tips for whenever you decide to come back: 1) My wife and I love taking Amtrak to NYC. Penn Station in New York connects directly to Union Station in DC. If you're willing to take a night train, the fare is like $10 in coach. Takes a bit less time than the bus, too. 2) The DC Metro rail system has day passes. Touring above ground is more picturesque, but when you start wanting to get to places off the Walking Mall, it's worth considering. It's also the easiest way to get from Union Station down town. 3) The Capitol has fairly extensive tours. Enter through the Capitol Visitors Center. I've been told by an employee the best time to come is when Congress is NOT in session. It's much less crazy. All of the Smithsonian properties are worth seeing. The Air & Space museum is my personal favorite, but you can't go wrong with the art museum. Good choices. 👍
Harder to get to, but if you have time, the Air & Space museum has a kind of "part 2" out by Dulles International Airport, much bigger - with one of the space shuttles, large World War II and jet planes, etc. Both museums are excellent.
Among my recommendations for top places to go is the Udvar Hazy Air & Space Museum and Kennedy Center for a show. Udvar Hazy near Dulles Airport and very different from the Air & Space museum in the federal park.
Hey Dari, amazing video! I have to make a note and try and visit this place as well. I remember that my cousin lived there in a small $1200/month apartment 400 sq ft. It's beautiful, but expensive! Have to see the museums! Also, you made me laugh on your little slip up when trying that amazing cupcake @7:14! "It was the best cupcake I tried in the U.S.S.R."! Don't worry, it happens, we forgive you! 😁😁 Also, not sure if you were surrounded by colored lighting or your camera was on the wrong setting, but I still thought your pitch was cool, even with those devilish eyes! 😁😁 Glad you and your friends had a wonderful time.
Try out some of the Ethiopian Restaurants in Addams-Morgan neighborhood. There are lots of cool restaurants in that area. Stick to Northwest DC, Georgetown, and the area around the Mall. Stay out of Northeast and Southeast. Too dangerous. Kennedy Center is great for live performances such as Symphony Orchestra. Also check out some of the Universities, Georgetown U, American University, George Washington University.
Love the diversity of Addams-Morgan neighborhood, and particularly the Eyhiopian restaurants. Also love restaurants around Dupont Circle. Yes, DC is a great place to live and/or visit.
You need to return to Washinton D.C. for the cherry blossoms in March and April. And, also, the National Portrait Gallery (which is also free of charge), which has cool paintings of all of the U.S. Presidents, and their wives.
This ^^. I mentioned the Jefferson Memorial elsewhere, but that is particularly nice around cherry blossom time, with its setting next to the Tidal Pool lined with the trees. Hitting the cherry blossoms just right can sometimes be hit or miss, so see the Memorial whenever the opportunity,...but if you can or have to choose one time...
Hi Dari. My family and I spent a week in Washington DC about 4 weeks ago. We did similar tourist destinations that you did. We also saw the panda bears at the National Zoo before they go back to China at the end of the year. I am glad you are having fun exploring the USA. 😃
Dari another good episode, keep them coming. Even people in the USA can't stand the constant overload of sugar in all our meals. These trips must really cost you, off to buymeacoffee! Pat w
I use to do the DC night life when i was younger, best bet is find a place with a cover with unlimited draft beer...or have a friend that works in a bar in Georgetown and get free drinks...lol...oh and the bar crawls... that was the good ole days..🥲
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That was another great video Dasha. I loved the pumpkin by your side as you talked about the video sponsor. It had the same expression on its face as my brother! 😃
Very nice video, Daria. The intro music was peppy. Glad you guys got to visit Washington DC. Lots to do there. It would take a month to see everything (especially the Smithsonian). Next time you visit, be sure to go to the Library of Congress, the largest library in the world. By the way, did you know that DC has had five massive floods since 1889? (The last one occurred in 2006).
DC is one of my favorite cities in the US. People write it off as a government center, or as a crime filled ghetto. However, I’ve long seen it as a vibrant (and fairly youthful) city. If I had to pick another part of the US to live in, the DC area would be on my shortlist.
Makes me think of Chicago in that regard. What the media shows and how it is in reality are like night and day, especially so downtown and by the Chicago river.
@@linkly9272 100% People have this idea that Chicago is an absolute warzone, when much of the crime that happens is confined to a small handful of neighborhoods that (unless you are looking to score drugs) you'd never step foot in.
Dari, Enjoyed watching! So glad you got the opportunity to visit Washington DC. With the short time you had there, you certainly made the best of it! Glad you all had a good time! Take care and God Bless.🙏❤️😊
Wise decision going to nat gallery of art. Tasteful place is much better than hirshhorn. While the air & space museum is heavy technology, the original smithsonian museum may be more to your liking. Try Old Town Alexandria for a walking tour with colonial america flavor.
Hi Dari, hope you’re loving New York so far! I’m happy to see you immersing yourself in the culture (as you always have no matter where you are) - seeing lots of neat stuff! I still need to visit Washington DC myself as well as New York! I have a question for you - What stands out to you most when you’re in public amongst people that’s radically different from Russia? Thanks for posting, your videos are always great!
Hi Dari, so glad you like my hometown. I actually live about 25mi NW in Germantown, MD. You know MD donated this land in the late 1700 to build the capital. I come downtown often to teach class. Be sure go to the Smithsonians, like air & space or natural history. Also maybe Mount Vernon , George Washington’s home in south of Alexandria. Come back soon😊 maybe in April to see the Japanese cherry trees in bloom along the tidal basin of the Potomac River. PS yes the Capitol dome is based on the Pantheon in Paris and Rome. Many other buildings too.
My son moved to DC about 15 years ago and , as you can imagine, I have been there many times to visit. We have never run out of things to do there, and there are so many things that you will never see everything!
Welcome to my hometown Dari! The normal tourist places are really great. Even as a local we'd go see them. Be very careful at night and even during the day in some parts of the city....but enjoy yourself! Growing up in Washington, DC, and having lived all over the world, I still have a dream to one day visit Moscow. 🙂
You should have gone to the Space Museum in Dulles Virginia and don’t forget The Museum of Natural History! Thanks for dropping by! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Glad you enjoyed my city! Interesting that you thought it was clean and safe. Perhaps that's true in of most of downtown but there definitely are some parts where it is not so true. Where was your hotel and what was the problem w it?
How do you plan your trips, do you know what you will do before you go or do you just wing it? That was a pretty good weekend in DC. If you visit Boston you might want to try the North End for bakeries and Italian food . Harvard sq is on the redline subway system . there is a university in Cambridge , very close to the square. Lots of college students in Boston . Boston is like a tiny town north of New York City. They have a observation level at the Prudential building but it is expensive , didn't see a student discount . Loved this video!
@@VicariousAdventurer Pretty small . I think so. It's like a suburb of NYC . It has sports , theater, shopping , entertainment , lots of schools , maybe more than any other city in the world but other than that it's not that far from the North End to Fenway Park . They put the airport in the wrong place and it stunted the cities growth. If I were mayor I would try to fix some things there for sure. It's not a bad place , Mick Jagger likes it . He takes ballet classes when he visits .
Washington is an amazing city. Been there many times and I always find something new. If I may, I suggets you and your frinds go back in the cherry blossoms season (is in early spring, but you have to check the exact dates, they’re not always the same) it is a magical experience. Going to U Street was a really good choice, next time try to go to Old Town Alexandria and Eastern Market. Bothbare amazing but really different experiences.
So pleased to see you enjoying American life, may your studies go well. The American White House was in fact designed by James Hoban from Kilkenny, Ireland and he was chosen by George Washington who wanted an unostentatious construction. The original French designer was dismissed because his designs were too lavish and the building too large for the taste of George Washington. The building is based on Leinster House in Dublin. Best wishes to you, take care 😊 😺
At the White House I hope you went to the backyard at the park. It’s a lot closer. It’s small because it’s supposed to be a semi-normal house for the people. The president is not a king or an emperor he’s an employee of the people. (Also, it’s part of a labyrinth of tunnels.) Boo! Halloween is approaching. What will you be? I suggest Wednesday. You’ll have to buy some clothes … you can use in your future. Or just get a premade adult Wednesday costume and fix it up. Or go as Bridge and Tunnel girls and wear some of what you have [ just kidding ;) ]?
Other places that you can make short trips to: Boston - one of the most historic cities in the US, and one of the most European ones. While you are there, check out Cambridge as well. Massachusetts in general has lots of interesting places to visit, lots of history. Salem is another town near Boston that is worth a visit, especially if you are interested in the history of the Salem witch trials. Philadelphia is only 2 hours from NYC. It's another historic city. Check out the old town for quiet cobblestone streets and lots of American history. Newport, Rhode Island - very cute, historic little city, known as a yachting capital. It was also a place for the rich and famous of the Gilded Age to hang out, and has some amazing historical mansions that are open for tours. Mystic, Connecticut - home to Mystic seaport, the largest maritime museum in the US, with focus on the 19th century, and the whaling history of the US. There is also an excellent aquarium there. Speaking of aquariums, if you like animals you should check out the Bronx Zoo in NYC - one of the largest and best zoos in the US.
So glad Dari that you enjoyed this trip to Washington D.C., the capital of the Usa. Wow! Just an amazing city very clean and quiet, worth visiting. Great vlog, as usual. Thank you for sharing.💚💙❤️
Very glad to see you are travelling in USA & you made good friends. You seems happy and we as your followers want you to be happy. We are with you. We encourage you to travel more😂😅
Just a warning while very beautiful if you go to DC when the cherry blossoms bloom be prepared for really big crowds and standing room only, also you were on the tourist/governemtn part of DC.....it has it's bad parts too.
Such a great video. I have only been to Washington DC once in my life and it was either 1979 or 1980. And, I don't live that far away. I am in Tennessee. Makes me want to go back. So beautiful. Glad you guys had a good time.
I disagree about NYC's being dirty due to its being overcrowded. There are less crowded places which are dirty and more crowded places which are clean. *Cleanliness is cultural* . NYC being dirty has more to do with its having a diverse population a fraction of which are "litterbugs."
@@solconcordia4315 That’s a valid perspective. But I’ve never seen a big city I didn’t think was dirty. But I’m from a town of 800. Perspective, I suppose.
@@blafonovision4342 Tokyo may be a huge city which is probably (as I've never walked its streets and neighborhoods myself) not dirty. The Japanese people are very physically clean. I was a "litterbug" in my young childhood until my Mom told me to bring home the chewing gum and wrapper when I finished. The chewing gum was an "offering" from my brother to placate his "little monkey on his back" god. 😂
Lovely video Dari, great architecture which is familiar from movies. Most based on European styles, the white house was actually based on a house in Dublin. I was scared by your red eyes though, but it is nearly Halloween! I think you said you had an exam so could not go out that night but I hope you pass it and get to celebrate another day!
@@DariStepwhen an older homeless looking drunk hands a beautiful young lady a flower it's very reasonable for her to feel cautious and reserved. Dari is still a very sweet girl so don't let anyone make you feel bad because you handled that situation perfectly.
People pushing "favors" like washing the windshield and expecting a tip is unfortunately not unknown. If I didn't ask for it, there is no reason I'd tip for it. This is just encouraging the behavior.
Happy you enjoyed it. 🙂 I've taken the tour inside the White House (requires background checks months ahead of time). It is small. The USA was formed by a historic rejection of royalty, so we don't like the idea of large, kingly political estates. 🙂
George Washington had a surprisingly modest mansion, considering that he was actually one of the wealthiest folks in the US. The "Gilded Age" of the late 19th did see more rich folks travel to Europe and feel a need to compete.
Georgetown is a blast. And it’s quite hilly in spots. I soared on my rollerblades in that area. DC is too spacious for walking. Rollerblade and electric rental scooters are the best way to get around.
Hi Dari. I watch on my big screen and I'm lazy sometimes and don't comment. I've never been to DC. Many interesting things to do and see. I'm happy you can explore some of our country. Thank You for sharing with us.✌️🗽
Now you have been to two capitals of the world's most powerful countries. For several years we went to DC on the 4th of July. Something most don't know is that Congress staff barely makes enough to live there. It is the most expensive place to be
Enjoyed your video, Dari! I am glad you liked your time in D.C.. Haha, I have lived in the DC area (just across the Potomac River in Virginia) for 40 years and, for me, D.C. is boring, unsafe and feels cold and unwelcoming. The city is not walking friendly as the city blocks and distances between buildings and squares are absolutely enormous. Homelessness is a problem, even though you didn't see so much. I only go into D.C. if I have to for an event or meeting, to go to the train station to catch a train to NYC, or to give tours to my out of town guests. It was interesting to get your new perspective, though! Moscow and St. Petersburg actually look nicer and more interesting to me in your videos that you created before you left Russia. 😁I am glad that you got to experience America's capital city and the White House in person!
You should have gone to CIA Headquarters. Tell them you’re from Russia and would like a tour, see what they say! 😂 But seriously, the best time to go to DC is in the Spring (maybe early April) for the Cherry Blossoms 🌸.
Seriously, the entire area is restricted, according to a novel I read. Americans can't get any closer than Russians. In truth, exhibits in the museum can only be seen by the general population when they loan the exhibit.
Actually, anybody can order an Uber to take you to the CIA but what happens is that the taxi takes you to a visitor center far from CIA, where your identity and appointment is verified. Then they order a shuttle bus to take you to headquarters.
If you decide to visit Washington again, I suggest that you might want to see the U.S. government in action by attending a congressional committee hearing, a session of the Supreme Court or a tour of the White House. I have done all of these things and they left a lasting memory for me.
Glad you liked DC. I taught at GW Law School for a couple years and really liked the area. Very clean, green and convenient. 4 distinct seasons so the weather is quite good and better than NYC. Maryland and Virginia are lovely states with greats parks and hiking. And the ocean is right there, although I prefer Chesapeake Bay just an hour away from DC for sailing rather than the open ocean. The US Navy college is in Annapolis, which is on the water and just an hour or so away. A lovely and historic small city. Maybe you could meet a nice Midshipman (naval academy student) there! Very very difficult college to get into because you need to be a top student, and very fit and athletic. Also, next time you go you need to see Alexandria, a small city just across a bridge into DC. Lovely historic area and interesting to see to walk around shopping, getting coffee and some food.
I think the answer is right hand. But is it true most European and Russians wear wedding bands on the right ring finger versus Americans wearing on the left ring finger? Ty 🙏
Generally speaking, it's a good idea to avoid the parts of the city east of the Anacostia River. Fortunately, the only things on that side of the river that would attract tourists are the Entertainment and Sports Arena (where the WNBA team, the Washington Mystics, play) and Frederick Douglas' home in the neighborhood of Anacostia. Other than that, so long as you remain aware of your surroundings, as you should in any city, DC is perfectly safe.
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Washington DC was designed by Parisian Pierre Charles L'Enfant. Like Paris, D.C. was designed so that, if ever attacked, the army could move easily through the city to confront the enemy so its concentric boulevards and bridges are reminiscent of Paris. Surely, you must have come across that name while in DC, aka L'Enfant Circle, etc.
Dari, your videos and editing keep getting better, I’m thoroughly enjoying watching them as soon as they’re released. There’s so many places to visit in the US, I’m glad you’re getting exposure to some real hotspots. I can’t wait to see what you’re up to next.
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Most visitors overlook it, but a short drive away (1 hour) is Annapolis, a beautifully preserved colonial city on the Severn River. Very nice place to spend a day.
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You should also go to the Natural History Museum as well as the Air & Space Museum, both are amazing and very popular. There are many more Smithsonian museums there. You could spend weeks even months to see every one of them.
I went to DC a few years back, loved it, and definitely would like to return. I agree that the Georgetown area is wonderful and that the museums are great! Glad you got to travel there!
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DC is amazing during the cherry blossom festival. Incredible. You also have to see Adam's Morgan district -- every nation represent in the restaurants. Very cool.
Yeah - Washington, D.C. is a beautiful city with an endless number of attractions to go see, especially if you're willing to take a 1 or 2 hour drive. I believe it's also alot less expensive there compared to places like NY. Most of the museums and the National Zoo are free, right? I don't think museums or zoos or anything like that are free in NY. I used to go visit my Grandmother and Grandfather in DC every summer from 1974 to 1980. I loved it. When TH-camrs ask "what city should I visit in the US?", I always recommend Washington D.C. Less than 2 hours away you can also go see Mt Vernon (President Washington's home), Luray Caverns, Harper's Ferry, Kings Dominion amusement park, Annapolis, Baltimore - it's just awesome.
I'm glad you enjoyed DC. I always liked the unique layout of the city for an American city also, with features such as the national mall, circles, and lack of skyscrapers.
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I am so happy that you had a great first experience in D.C., Dari. Definitely come back and give yourself a lot of time to explore the Smithsonian Museum and take a White House tour. Also, if you go earlier in the fall next year, Vermont and the surrounding states are sublimely beautiful with the fall colors.
Ahhh you were here!!!
Next time go to the Library of Congress to see the gorgeous marble, woods, and architecture. Visit the eastern market. The dwarf.. and go across to Alexandria!!
DC is the one place in the US even though I was born here it is at the very top of my list of places I want to go for now I'll live vicariously through your videos really enjoyed it go back and do some more
Enjoyed your trip to DC Dasha. I visited Washington DC in July 1973 during the Watergate hearings, 50 years ago! If you get to return to DC again go to The Smithsonian Museum. Wow it was huge with SO much information to learn. I loved it.
I have lived in the DC area since 1999 - a very long time. The thing about this area is that you never run out of things to see or do. The area is very rich culturally and historically. One thing I HIGHLY RECOMMEND is to spend some time AWAY from tourist areas. Go into the neighborhoods and dine where the locals dine, for example. There is much more than the mall and Georgetown.
The country must be very beautiful!. The American cities are amazing and I hope you had an amazing time in that city. Thank you so much for this video, This is awesome because I feel as if I were in this city. Take good care of yourself, See you next time. Greetings from Lima, Peru. 🇵🇪🦙🙂👍
US is very diverse we have so many cities here and things to do its just mind blowing. You can choose whatever city or small cities or big towns or small towns to visit and live. Texas California Carolinas Florida Washington state Chicago many more
Something you should definitely do the next time you visit is visit the National Mall at night. It's fantastic to see all the monuments and memorials lit up, and on top of that, there are no crowds, so you have the space almost to yourself.
If I went to Washington then I would definitely want to see the Museum of the American Indian and the Space Museum. The Space Museum has the model of the USS Enterprise from the original Star Trek TV series which is now fully repaired. I would like to see that.
It's so strange seeing these things through your lens -- I actually know those areas! 😅 Work brings me into DC all the time. Here's a few tips for whenever you decide to come back:
1) My wife and I love taking Amtrak to NYC. Penn Station in New York connects directly to Union Station in DC. If you're willing to take a night train, the fare is like $10 in coach. Takes a bit less time than the bus, too.
2) The DC Metro rail system has day passes. Touring above ground is more picturesque, but when you start wanting to get to places off the Walking Mall, it's worth considering. It's also the easiest way to get from Union Station down town.
3) The Capitol has fairly extensive tours. Enter through the Capitol Visitors Center. I've been told by an employee the best time to come is when Congress is NOT in session. It's much less crazy.
All of the Smithsonian properties are worth seeing. The Air & Space museum is my personal favorite, but you can't go wrong with the art museum. Good choices. 👍
Harder to get to, but if you have time, the Air & Space museum has a kind of "part 2" out by Dulles International Airport, much bigger - with one of the space shuttles, large World War II and jet planes, etc. Both museums are excellent.
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Among my recommendations for top places to go is the Udvar Hazy Air & Space Museum and Kennedy Center for a show. Udvar Hazy near Dulles Airport and very different from the Air & Space museum in the federal park.
Your trip to Washington is excellent Dari it looks a nice with lots of museums and parks l forward to your next video
Georgetown Cupcake is ok, but there are at least three better cupcakeries across the river from where you were -- these being in Arlington, VA.
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Hey Dari, amazing video! I have to make a note and try and visit this place as well. I remember that my cousin lived there in a small $1200/month apartment 400 sq ft. It's beautiful, but expensive! Have to see the museums! Also, you made me laugh on your little slip up when trying that amazing cupcake @7:14! "It was the best cupcake I tried in the U.S.S.R."! Don't worry, it happens, we forgive you! 😁😁 Also, not sure if you were surrounded by colored lighting or your camera was on the wrong setting, but I still thought your pitch was cool, even with those devilish eyes! 😁😁 Glad you and your friends had a wonderful time.
Very interesting video. I watched it a few times driving home from work I visited D.C. this summer and it brought back good memories. Tfs
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Try out some of the Ethiopian Restaurants in Addams-Morgan neighborhood. There are lots of cool restaurants in that area. Stick to Northwest DC, Georgetown, and the area around the Mall. Stay out of Northeast and Southeast. Too dangerous. Kennedy Center is great for live performances such as Symphony Orchestra. Also check out some of the Universities, Georgetown U, American University, George Washington University.
Love the diversity of Addams-Morgan neighborhood, and particularly the Eyhiopian restaurants. Also love restaurants around Dupont Circle. Yes, DC is a great place to live and/or visit.
DC has the largest Ethiopian population outside of Africa.
@@jaybird2148 Never knew that. Now it makes sense that there are so many delicious Ethiopian restaurants. Even in NYC they are very hard to find.
You need to return to Washinton D.C. for the cherry blossoms in March and April. And, also, the National Portrait Gallery (which is also free of charge), which has cool paintings of all of the U.S. Presidents, and their wives.
This ^^. I mentioned the Jefferson Memorial elsewhere, but that is particularly nice around cherry blossom time, with its setting next to the Tidal Pool lined with the trees. Hitting the cherry blossoms just right can sometimes be hit or miss, so see the Memorial whenever the opportunity,...but if you can or have to choose one time...
Hi Dari. My family and I spent a week in Washington DC about 4 weeks ago. We did similar tourist destinations that you did. We also saw the panda bears at the National Zoo before they go back to China at the end of the year. I am glad you are having fun exploring the USA. 😃
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What a great getaway place to visit Dari! So glad you and your friends enjoyed it. Thank you for the video!
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Dari another good episode, keep them coming. Even people in the USA can't stand the constant overload of sugar in all our meals. These trips must really cost you, off to buymeacoffee! Pat w
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I use to do the DC night life when i was younger, best bet is find a place with a cover with unlimited draft beer...or have a friend that works in a bar in Georgetown and get free drinks...lol...oh and the bar crawls... that was the good ole days..🥲
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Great presentation - provides the 'real scale' you only usually get from a great cultural centre by actually being there. Awesome! :)
It is great to see you enjoying your time in the USA.... Dari with a smile is good to see... :-)) xxx
That was another great video Dasha. I loved the pumpkin by your side as you talked about the video sponsor. It had the same expression on its face as my brother! 😃
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Make sure you go to Arlington National Cemetary and the Tomb of the Unknown soldier. Essential American visit.
Very nice video, Daria. The intro music was peppy. Glad you guys got to visit Washington DC. Lots to do there. It would take a month to see everything (especially the Smithsonian). Next time you visit, be sure to go to the Library of Congress, the largest library in the world. By the way, did you know that DC has had five massive floods since 1889? (The last one occurred in 2006).
Next time try the Smithsonian Museum. More than one building, its hugh.
DC is one of my favorite cities in the US. People write it off as a government center, or as a crime filled ghetto. However, I’ve long seen it as a vibrant (and fairly youthful) city. If I had to pick another part of the US to live in, the DC area would be on my shortlist.
Makes me think of Chicago in that regard. What the media shows and how it is in reality are like night and day, especially so downtown and by the Chicago river.
@@linkly9272 100% People have this idea that Chicago is an absolute warzone, when much of the crime that happens is confined to a small handful of neighborhoods that (unless you are looking to score drugs) you'd never step foot in.
Dari, Enjoyed watching! So glad you got the opportunity to visit Washington DC. With the short time you had there, you certainly made the best of it! Glad you all had a good time! Take care and God Bless.🙏❤️😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
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I am going to second the recommendation to to put the Air and Space museum on the list to visit.
Almost any place is cleaner than NYC. I always have like the Georgetown section of the city too. Its a great university too.
Wise decision going to nat gallery of art. Tasteful place is much better than hirshhorn. While the air & space museum is heavy technology, the original smithsonian museum may be more to your liking. Try Old Town Alexandria for a walking tour with colonial america flavor.
Great video. Glad you had fun.
Thanks for watching!
Hi Dari, hope you’re loving New York so far! I’m happy to see you immersing yourself in the culture (as you always have no matter where you are) - seeing lots of neat stuff! I still need to visit Washington DC myself as well as New York!
I have a question for you - What stands out to you most when you’re in public amongst people that’s radically different from Russia?
Thanks for posting, your videos are always great!
Hi Dari, so glad you like my hometown. I actually live about 25mi NW in Germantown, MD. You know MD donated this land in the late 1700 to build the capital. I come downtown often to teach class. Be sure go to the Smithsonians, like air & space or natural history. Also maybe Mount Vernon , George Washington’s home in south of Alexandria. Come back soon😊 maybe in April to see the Japanese cherry trees in bloom along the tidal basin of the Potomac River. PS yes the Capitol dome is based on the Pantheon in Paris and Rome. Many other buildings too.
There was a Virginia donation too, but all the stuff was built on the Maryland side, and after the (un-)Civil War, Virginia wanted it back.
My son moved to DC about 15 years ago and , as you can imagine, I have been there many times to visit. We have never run out of things to do there, and there are so many things that you will never see everything!
I was also surprised how small the White House is in person. It looks much larger on television.
Looks nice!
Welcome to my hometown Dari!
The normal tourist places are really great. Even as a local we'd go see them.
Be very careful at night and even during the day in some parts of the city....but enjoy yourself!
Growing up in Washington, DC, and having lived all over the world, I still have a dream to one day visit Moscow. 🙂
You should have gone to the Space Museum in Dulles Virginia and don’t forget The Museum of Natural History! Thanks for dropping by! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
You should try to come to DC during the cherry blossoms in the spring. It’s beautiful. 😊
Glad you enjoyed my city! Interesting that you thought it was clean and safe. Perhaps that's true in of most of downtown but there definitely are some parts where it is not so true.
Where was your hotel and what was the problem w it?
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How do you plan your trips, do you know what you will do before you go or do you just wing it? That was a pretty good weekend in DC. If you visit Boston you might want to try the North End for bakeries and Italian food . Harvard sq is on the redline subway system . there is a university in Cambridge , very close to the square. Lots of college students in Boston . Boston is like a tiny town north of New York City. They have a observation level at the Prudential building but it is expensive , didn't see a student discount . Loved this video!
Every time I plan my trips differently :)
Boston a "tiny town?"
@@VicariousAdventurer Pretty small . I think so. It's like a suburb of NYC . It has sports , theater, shopping , entertainment , lots of schools , maybe more than any other city in the world but other than that it's not that far from the North End to Fenway Park . They put the airport in the wrong place and it stunted the cities growth. If I were mayor I would try to fix some things there for sure. It's not a bad place , Mick Jagger likes it . He takes ballet classes when he visits .
Nest time, you should visit the Arlington National Cemetary. Beautiful grounds.
and visit the Iwo Jima memorial while over there.
Beautiful video, thank you for sharing your trip.
My pleasure ✨
Washington is an amazing city. Been there many times and I always find something new. If I may, I suggets you and your frinds go back in the cherry blossoms season (is in early spring, but you have to check the exact dates, they’re not always the same) it is a magical experience. Going to U Street was a really good choice, next time try to go to Old Town Alexandria and Eastern Market. Bothbare amazing but really different experiences.
Thanks for the recommendation!
What a beautiful Vlog!!!
So pleased to see you enjoying American life, may your studies go well. The American White House was in fact designed by James Hoban from Kilkenny, Ireland and he was chosen by George Washington who wanted an unostentatious construction. The original French designer was dismissed because his designs were too lavish and the building too large for the taste of George Washington. The building is based on Leinster House in Dublin.
Best wishes to you, take care 😊 😺
Wonderful video dear Dari!
At the White House I hope you went to the backyard at the park. It’s a lot closer.
It’s small because it’s supposed to be a semi-normal house for the people. The president is not a king or an emperor he’s an employee of the people. (Also, it’s part of a labyrinth of tunnels.)
Boo!
Halloween is approaching. What will you be?
I suggest Wednesday. You’ll have to buy some clothes … you can use in your future. Or just get a premade adult Wednesday costume and fix it up.
Or go as Bridge and Tunnel girls and wear some of what you have [ just kidding ;) ]?
Other places that you can make short trips to:
Boston - one of the most historic cities in the US, and one of the most European ones. While you are there, check out Cambridge as well. Massachusetts in general has lots of interesting places to visit, lots of history. Salem is another town near Boston that is worth a visit, especially if you are interested in the history of the Salem witch trials.
Philadelphia is only 2 hours from NYC. It's another historic city. Check out the old town for quiet cobblestone streets and lots of American history.
Newport, Rhode Island - very cute, historic little city, known as a yachting capital. It was also a place for the rich and famous of the Gilded Age to hang out, and has some amazing historical mansions that are open for tours.
Mystic, Connecticut - home to Mystic seaport, the largest maritime museum in the US, with focus on the 19th century, and the whaling history of the US. There is also an excellent aquarium there.
Speaking of aquariums, if you like animals you should check out the Bronx Zoo in NYC - one of the largest and best zoos in the US.
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Nice video.😊
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So glad Dari that you enjoyed this trip to Washington D.C., the capital of the Usa. Wow! Just an amazing city very clean and quiet, worth visiting. Great vlog, as usual. Thank you for sharing.💚💙❤️
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Those DC prices are freaking ridiculous…smdh
Nice trip Dari ,pleased your doing well there,look after yourself and take care
Thank you 😊
We lived in Arlington, Virginia just across from Georgetown, Arlington is much cleaner than DC & safer.
I hope you have a bright future.
Yes you spend your whole life exploring Washington DC. Glad you enjoyed snd shared with us. 😘
Very glad to see you are travelling in USA & you made good friends. You seems happy and we as your followers want you to be happy. We are with you. We encourage you to travel more😂😅
Thank you! 😃
there's suppose to be an ape on that stone chair not Lincoln 😂
From the movie Planet of the Apes! If movies were true..... Independence Day the White House.
Dari I was in the whitehouse, and yes so small and not what I expected. Not very opulent in my opinion.
Good afternoon Dari, the way you are spending your free time is like my way, very good, please continue. 🥰🌞
No visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier? I'm shocked.
Just a warning while very beautiful if you go to DC when the cherry blossoms bloom be prepared for really big crowds and standing room only, also you were on the tourist/governemtn part of DC.....it has it's bad parts too.
Such a great video. I have only been to Washington DC once in my life and it was either 1979 or 1980. And, I don't live that far away. I am in Tennessee. Makes me want to go back. So beautiful. Glad you guys had a good time.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I want to go back to DC! I haven't been there since I was 14. Your video makes me want to visit more
I hope you will visit it soon ✨
Any place in the USA is clean compared to NY. NYC is just so overcrowded.
I disagree about NYC's being dirty due to its being overcrowded. There are less crowded places which are dirty and more crowded places which are clean.
*Cleanliness is cultural* .
NYC being dirty has more to do with its having a diverse population a fraction of which are "litterbugs."
@@solconcordia4315 That’s a valid perspective. But I’ve never seen a big city I didn’t think was dirty. But I’m from a town of 800. Perspective, I suppose.
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Tokyo may be a huge city which is probably (as I've never walked its streets and neighborhoods myself) not dirty. The Japanese people are very physically clean.
I was a "litterbug" in my young childhood until my Mom told me to bring home the chewing gum and wrapper when I finished. The chewing gum was an "offering" from my brother to placate his "little monkey on his back" god. 😂
Lovely video Dari, great architecture which is familiar from movies. Most based on European styles, the white house was actually based on a house in Dublin. I was scared by your red eyes though, but it is nearly Halloween! I think you said you had an exam so could not go out that night but I hope you pass it and get to celebrate another day!
Poor guy wanted to tell you the name of the flower he gave you, but you just said good day and left him :D
I didn’t realize what he told me until I rewatched the video 😂
@@DariStep So rude. lol :D
@@DariStepwhen an older homeless looking drunk hands a beautiful young lady a flower it's very reasonable for her to feel cautious and reserved. Dari is still a very sweet girl so don't let anyone make you feel bad because you handled that situation perfectly.
People pushing "favors" like washing the windshield and expecting a tip is unfortunately not unknown. If I didn't ask for it, there is no reason I'd tip for it. This is just encouraging the behavior.
Happy you enjoyed it. 🙂 I've taken the tour inside the White House (requires background checks months ahead of time). It is small. The USA was formed by a historic rejection of royalty, so we don't like the idea of large, kingly political estates. 🙂
George Washington had a surprisingly modest mansion, considering that he was actually one of the wealthiest folks in the US. The "Gilded Age" of the late 19th did see more rich folks travel to Europe and feel a need to compete.
Georgetown is also a wealthy area. There are also charming not as wealthy areas, and alarming even poorer areas.
Hi Dari! I loved my trips to D.C. A lot of great things to see. Thank you for the vid. ❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
Georgetown is a blast. And it’s quite hilly in spots. I soared on my rollerblades in that area. DC is too spacious for walking. Rollerblade and electric rental scooters are the best way to get around.
Hi Dari. I watch on my big screen and I'm lazy sometimes and don't comment. I've never been to DC. Many interesting things to do and see. I'm happy you can explore some of our country. Thank You for sharing with us.✌️🗽
Now you have been to two capitals of the world's most powerful countries. For several years we went to DC on the 4th of July. Something most don't know is that Congress staff barely makes enough to live there. It is the most expensive place to be
I’ve never been east of the Mississippi River. I’m like most Americans, I’ve never been to Washington DC, can’t afford to travel there. I’m poor.
Enjoyed your video, Dari! I am glad you liked your time in D.C.. Haha, I have lived in the DC area (just across the Potomac River in Virginia) for 40 years and, for me, D.C. is boring, unsafe and feels cold and unwelcoming. The city is not walking friendly as the city blocks and distances between buildings and squares are absolutely enormous. Homelessness is a problem, even though you didn't see so much. I only go into D.C. if I have to for an event or meeting, to go to the train station to catch a train to NYC, or to give tours to my out of town guests. It was interesting to get your new perspective, though! Moscow and St. Petersburg actually look nicer and more interesting to me in your videos that you created before you left Russia. 😁I am glad that you got to experience America's capital city and the White House in person!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts ✨☺️
I am an American,lived here my whole life, and I have never gone to DC. Don't travel far outside the City.Totally different.
Oh boy... I've been to DC so many times. You should visit, especially if you like historical landmarks.
You should have gone to CIA Headquarters. Tell them you’re from Russia and would like a tour, see what they say! 😂 But seriously, the best time to go to DC is in the Spring (maybe early April) for the Cherry Blossoms 🌸.
Seriously, the entire area is restricted, according to a novel I read. Americans can't get any closer than Russians. In truth, exhibits in the museum can only be seen by the general population when they loan the exhibit.
Actually, anybody can order an Uber to take you to the CIA but what happens is that the taxi takes you to a visitor center far from CIA, where your identity and appointment is verified. Then they order a shuttle bus to take you to headquarters.
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I still cant believe your in the US already Dari, Congrats❤🎉
If you decide to visit Washington again, I suggest that you might want to see the U.S. government in action by attending a congressional committee hearing, a session of the Supreme Court or a tour of the White House. I have done all of these things and they left a lasting memory for me.
Glad you liked DC. I taught at GW Law School for a couple years and really liked the area. Very clean, green and convenient. 4 distinct seasons so the weather is quite good and better than NYC. Maryland and Virginia are lovely states with greats parks and hiking. And the ocean is right there, although I prefer Chesapeake Bay just an hour away from DC for sailing rather than the open ocean. The US Navy college is in Annapolis, which is on the water and just an hour or so away. A lovely and historic small city. Maybe you could meet a nice Midshipman (naval academy student) there! Very very difficult college to get into because you need to be a top student, and very fit and athletic. Also, next time you go you need to see Alexandria, a small city just across a bridge into DC. Lovely historic area and interesting to see to walk around shopping, getting coffee and some food.
Thanks for the recommendations ✨
I think the answer is right hand. But is it true most European and Russians wear wedding bands on the right ring finger versus Americans wearing on the left ring finger? Ty 🙏
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Why would it be dangerous in Washington DC? Never even heard the reflection about it before.
I did 😅
it depends where you are in DC. There are parts of DC which are some of the most dangerous places in the whole country.
Generally speaking, it's a good idea to avoid the parts of the city east of the Anacostia River. Fortunately, the only things on that side of the river that would attract tourists are the Entertainment and Sports Arena (where the WNBA team, the Washington Mystics, play) and Frederick Douglas' home in the neighborhood of Anacostia. Other than that, so long as you remain aware of your surroundings, as you should in any city, DC is perfectly safe.