Photo Guide to the National Cathedral, Washington, DC

The National Cathedral, with its gothic style architecture, is an impressive structure that sits at the highest point in Washington, DC. It is a popular tourist destination and an interesting place to explore. Public tours are available daily. The Cathedral is non-denominational and has long served as a spiritual center where Americans unite to worship and pray, mourn the passing of world leaders, and confront moral and social issues.

The official name of Washington National Cathedral is the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. In this photo, children proceed down the aisle during a prayer service.

The Cathedral was built in 1907. The principal exterior building material is Indiana limestone. The interior has many unique features, among which are beautiful stained glass windows.

This is the entrance to the Bishops Garden, one of the gardens on the grounds of the National Cathedral.

Bishops Garden is beautifully maintained and features a wide variety of flowers and plants.

A gazebo is a gathering place at Bishops Garden, on the grounds of the National Cathedral.

The gardens at the National Cathedral are a beautiful place to explore.

Visitors are free to explore the beautiful grounds of the Cathedral.

The National Cathedral is beautiful at night when it is illuminated.