Situated on the South side of the Tidal Basin, in West Potomac Park, the Thomas Jefferson   Memorial is one of the cities most picturesque landmarks. Dedicated in 1943, on the 200th anniversary of Jefferson's birth, this simple circular classical white marble monument is in keeping with the style favored by the third U.S. president, architect, scholar and political thinker.   At its center, a towering 19-foot bronze portrait statue stands on a 6-foot pedestal. Panels are inscribed with excerpts of Jefferson's writing, including one that best sums up the man: "I have sworn upon the alter of God eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man."   The view from the steps is magnificent, especially at night when a halo of blue light crowns the structure.  Cherry blossom season (March/April) bestows added beauty to the site. Park rangers give 15-minute talks several times an hour.

 

 

     I found the Jefferson Memorial to be a stunning and fitting memorial to Our third president.  For some strange reason, this memorial has been given the dubious honor as being, "America's least visited" memorial on the Mall.  It is a beautifully done Roman/Greek style, reminiscent of the Old World architecture, in Europe.  

 

    However, its location is off the beaten path and you have to want to see it to visit it.  This is an ambiguous statement....but you know what I mean.