Keywords:1922, 1923, Ducks, Henry Bacon, Iconic, Lincoln Memorial, National Mall, Pond, Reflecting Pool, Shade, Trees, Washington D.C., Washington Monument, Water, ZF
Photo Info
Dimensions4752 x 3168
Original file size3.31 MB
Image typeJPEG
Color spaceAdobe RGB (1998)
Date taken19-Oct-09 12:42
Date modified19-Feb-12 13:14
Shooting Conditions
Camera makeCanon
Camera modelCanon EOS 50D
Focal length41 mm
Max lens aperturef/5.2
Exposure1/500 at f/13
FlashNot fired, compulsory mode
Exposure bias-1/3 EV
Exposure modeAuto
Exposure prog.Normal
ISO speedISO 200
Metering modePattern
Reflecting Pond 3883A
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is the largest of the many reflecting pools in Washington, D.C., U.S.. It is a long and large rectangular pool located on the National Mall, directly east of the Lincoln Memorial, with the Washington Monument to the east of the reflecting pool. Part of the iconic image of Washington, the reflecting pool hosts many of the 24 million visitors a year who visit the National Mall. It is lined by walking paths and shade trees on both sides. Depending on the viewer's vantage point, it dramatically reflects the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the Mall's trees, and/or the expansive sky.
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was designed by Henry Bacon, constructed in 1922 and 1923, following the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial.