Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is a large, rectangular artificial pond situated directly east of the Lincoln Memorial. It covers an area of approximately 31,518 square meters and serves as a significant historic site on the National Mall. Designed as part of the Lincoln Memorial complex, the pool provides iconic reflections of surrounding monuments and the sky.

The pool is notable for its scenic beauty and presence in various media, including films and television programs. It has also been a site of important civil rights events, adding to its historical significance. Architect Henry Bacon contributed to the overall design of the Lincoln Memorial complex, which includes the reflecting pool.

The reflecting pool remains open to the public and is frequently photographed due to its striking visual impact and symbolic importance. Its shallow, long rectangular shape emphasizes the solemnity and grandeur of the memorial landscape.