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Walking up the tower’s 333 steps affords you a spectacular view of the city. And getting there is half the fun.

The climb starts in the crypt and proceeds up a tight, dimly lit spiral stone staircase. (Related article: Say, what can you see? Finding the best views of Washington) Bill O'Leary/The Washington Post

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