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Washington DC Neighborhoods: Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill straddles North East and South East Washington, DC, is one of the oldest residential communities in Washington, and is home to an eclectic mix of Congressmen, their staff, and other city movers and shakers. This area of the city is home to the Capitol Dome, the Library of Congress, and the Supreme Court, and the House and Senate Office buildings.

Capitol Hill is mostly composed of historic row houses. There are various styles of homes -- including early 19th century manor houses, Federal townhouses, small frame dwellings, ornate Italianate bracketed houses, and the late 19th century press brick row houses. There are older churches in the neighborhood, such as Christ Church and St. Mark's. Much of Capitol Hill is within walking distance of Union Station, with its shopping and restaurants, Amtrak and Metro stations.