Washington, D.C. Visitors Guide - Winter/Spring 2009 - (Page 41) An internAtionAl cAPitAl t ravelers looking for an international experience without painful exchange rates and pricey airline tickets can find it in DC. a crossroads of international culture, DC delights travelers with diverse people, global cuisine and an engaging diplomatic scene. it’s the headquarters for the World bank, international monetary fund, red Cross, World Wildlife fund and countless other world-wide organizations. With more than 150 embassies right here in the District of Columbia, it’s no wonder DC is known for its international appeal. Want a peek inside one of those embassies? Check out Cultural tourism DC’s newest event, Passport dc. running april 23-may 9, this popular event takes you inside DC’s embassies for lectures, music, food and family-friendly activities at more than 80 embassies and cultural institutions across the city. you can also check out the regularly-scheduled cultural programming at other notable locations. visit the Mexican cultural institute for concerts, gallery exhibitions, lectures and performances. for a taste of scandinavia, the house of sweden on the georgetown Waterfront showcases on swedish culture, science, enterprise, art and music through an ever-growing calendar of events. for french culture, try the Alliance Française du washington, known for its french language classes, social gatherings and cultural events, including lectures, concerts, films, exhibits, guided visits to museums, “wine and cheese” parties and discussion groups. immerse yourself in contemporary german culture at the goethe institut or try a taste of traditional and modern italy at the casa italiana downtown. Check the calendar of upcoming performances presented by the embassy series or go online to plug into events and happenings for DC’s globally-minded young professionals through the international club of dc (internationalclubdc.com). you’ll find more news and events from international DC at Washington.org. H See & Do 41 http://www.internationalclubdc.com http://www.Washington.org
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