Maintained by the National Park Service appeared at as one of the world’s most visited tourist destinations covering about 1.9 miles in length and housing over more than 100 monuments and museums such as the Lincoln Memorial and World War II Memorial within its acres. Maintenance is overseen by the National Park Service tasked with preserving and protecting the nation’s natural and historical resources. Annually it welcomes millions of visitors, making it one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world. The National Mall remains a symbol of the nation’s heritage and democratic values home to iconic landmarks and institutions that echo the United States’ rich heritage.