Capitol Webcam, Washington

Capitol Webcam, Washington

Live webcam broadcasts a view of the Capitol building on Capitol Hill in Washington, providing constant surveillance of the architectural center of US government. The broadcast shows changing lighting and weather conditions throughout the day, displaying the intricacies of the damaged structure of the building in real time. The image from the webcams is aimed at informative and educational purposes, revealing details of the architectural solutions and historical symbols of this site.

A definitive architectural work with monumental domes and graceful pediments, the Capitol in Washington serves as the physical center of the legislative branch, combining long history, classical design elements and the principles of modern government.

The camera is installed in the Russell Senate Office Building on Constitution Avenue, NE, and looks southwest towards the Capitol. The Russell Senate Office Building is the oldest of the US Senate office buildings.

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