This culturally diverse capital of the U.S. was named after first president George Washington and offers visitors both historic and modern-day attractions.
Washington D.C. is home to all three branches of the U.S. government, as well as many other famous monuments like the Smithsonian, so it’s the place you want to be for a career with the government
But living in Washington D.C. you also get to partake in some of the best music venues, theaters and opera houses around, so after a hard day’s work you can go out and have some fun.
With universities like Georgetown, George Washington and Howard in the surrounding area, there are always sporting events, concerts and other activities going on when you’re out and about Washington D.C.
The city was also #15 in Fortune magazine’s top 100 largest companies in 2008.