The Jefferson Memorial is a monument located in Washington, D.C., dedicated to Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States and a key figure in American history. Designed by architect John Russell Pope, the memorial features a circular structure with a dome, surrounded by columns, and is situated near the Tidal Basin. It was completed in 1943 and is a popular site for visitors. Inside the memorial, there is a large statue of Jefferson standing at 19 feet tall, along with inscriptions of his writings on the walls. The memorial is particularly beautiful during the Cherry Blossom Festival, when the surrounding cherry trees bloom, attracting many tourists and locals alike.