Located just outside of Charlottesville, Virginia, this historical landmark was the estate of Thomas Jefferson. It is also this Founding Father's burial place. The estate lies on the summit of an 850-foot-high peak in the Southwest Mountains south of the Rivanna Gap. The name "Monticello" comes from the Italian word for "little mountain." Jefferson designed Monticello, as well as the University of Virginia. With the exception of one two year period, Monticello has appeared on the back-side of nickels since 1938.
Some more quick facts...
- The main house is divided into 43 rooms.
- Jefferson's library would become the core of the Library of Congress.
- Thomas Jefferson and John Adams both passed away on Independence Day in 1826.
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