The refreshing scent of our Capital Landmarks Candle captures the excitement of exploring Washington, DC's most recognizable landmarks. Imagine strolling the streets of the city, experiencing urban bustle mixed with wide, green spaces, and the sight of world-famous monuments. Inspired by the iconic buildings of the Nation's Capital and taken from our staple Capital Landmarks artwork, the label features the Lincoln Memorial, the Capitol Building, and the National Archives Building.

Have you ever wondered why so many landmarks in Washington, DC, look like Greek and Roman temples? When forming the country, the Founders looked to Greco-Roman principles of justice, rule of law, process, and liberty as successful models of government. When plans were made to build the United States Capitol in 1793, Thomas Jefferson asked that Congress be housed in an ancient Roman temple, in the same neoclassical style he had used for his design of the Virginia State Capitol in Richmond in 1788. As can be seen in the National Archives building, the neoclassical style continued to be popular for government buildings and monuments well into the late 1930s. The National Archives preserves and protects some 28,000 plans of public buildings across the United States.