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One of America's most memorable sites is the east front of Mount Vernon. Originally in George Washington's family from the 17th century, the land and buildings today represent a lifetime of dedication Washington brought to this place. The vista is really the culminating moment of his larger vision which extends well into the countryside in all directions. In contrast to the formal western approach to the mansion along the major east-west axis on which it stands, the eastern vantage point over the Potomac is a tribute to the site's natural beauty and remains much as it was in Washington's time. Retaining only the formality of the mansion's symmetrical façade, the design of the eastern landscape complements and preserves the original setting of forest, river, sky and the flow of the view to the banks of the Maryland shoreline beyond. The unique nature of this panoramic photograph captures the full 360° grandeur of this historic place.
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