National treasure.

• Position: Capitols - Landmark overview - Brief article

The Pennsylvania state Capitol is now officially a national treasure. The 100-year-old building recently received National Historic Landmark status. The designation comes from the National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior. There are about 2,400 national landmarks, which are designated as having historic importance to all Americans. The Pennsylvania Capitol's centerpiece is its spectacular 272-foot dome inspired by St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. Sixteen other state capitols are on the list...