Washington, D.C.
March 31, 2003
Washington, D.C. was imaged by ASTER on June 1, 2000 in this 14 by 13.7 km sub-scene. The combination of visible and near infrared bands displays vegetation in red, and water in dark grays. The 15 m spatial resolution allows us to see individual buildings, including the White House, the Jefferson Memorial, and the Washington Monument with its shadow.
Topics:
Hospitality Recreation, Domes, Electromagnetic spectrum, National Mall, Politics, Washington Monument, Washington, D.C., Infrared, Thomas Jefferson, Jefferson Memorial
