Maryland is a generous state; so generous, in fact, that in 1791 we donated the land that became Washington, D.C. We have benefited greatly from that action, and today the three Maryland counties that border the nation's capital are far more than "bedroom"communities. In fact, if you had to choose a room in your house that best represents this area, you'd have a tough time deciding whether it should be the study (this region is packed with history); the rec room (there are a surprising number of state and national parks that offer everything from hiking to biking); or the dining room (there's an astounding array of restaurants featuring everything from down-home cooking to cuisine from around the world).