The United States Capitol - An Image Gallery

There are some places in the world where history becomes almost tangible, as if you could physically wrap it around your shoulders like a well-worn patchwork quilt. For many of its millions of visitors each year, the United States Capitol is one of those places.

At the heart of the nation's capital, the United States Capitol Building is truly a great American national treasure. The magnificent building itself stands as a symbol of American ingenuity and idealism. Inside, significant works of art, restored chambers and ornate corridors portray historic milestones and honored American leaders and heroes.

This image gallery offers a glimpse of a few of the many fascinating things to be enjoyed during a visit to the United States Capitol. To see a larger image and read more, click on the individual index images below.

Read about visiting the U.S. Capitol