Lincoln Memorial, Washington D.C

This well-known Lincoln figure is located west of the National Mall, directly across the Washington Monument in the United States Capitol. This larger-than-life statue incorporates the traditional features of a neoclassical temple, which is a common feature of buildings and monuments in DC.

The edifice has a single figure of Abraham Lincoln, as well as inscriptions from the inaugural speech and the Gettysburg Address. The facade is inspired by traditional Greek temples, with 36 peristyle Doric columns — one for each state that existed during Lincoln's time. With these ionic columns, the inside of the building is neatly split into three rooms. On the surface, it appears to be a wonderful piece of art and architecture, but there are several intriguing things to notice. In sign language, the contemplative expressions on the face and hand motions, for example, symbolize Lincoln's initials.