The Faces of Freedom: Mount Rushmore National Memorial

#landmarks #stunningview #attractive #landmarks | #mountrushmore | #americanhistory Carved into the granite face of the Black Hills of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore immortalizes four iconic U.S. presidents—George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln—each symbolizing key ideals: birth, expansion, development, and preservation of the United States. Why Visit: Marvel at the colossal 60-foot-high faces etched into the mountain Visit the Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center to learn about the memorial’s creation Walk the Presidential Trail for up-close views and photo opportunities Experience the evening lighting ceremony during summer months Did you know? The sculpting took 14 years (1927–1941) and involved over 400 workers using dynamite and fine chiseling techniques. A true American icon, Mount Rushmore is not just a monument—it's a symbol of national unity and pride. #blackhillswonder #historicmonuments #presidentsinstone #southdakotalandmarks #usaheritage