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I like Boston City Hall.

Compare it to 28 State St, right next to it: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jjHpGGuPkxgjXiPT7

28 State St is kinda ugly, but bland and forgettable.

Boston City Hall is so hideous and frightening that people outside of Boston know about it. Its appearance is a recurring topic in the news. That is impressive.

Yeah, if you're going to make it ugly, make it newsworthy ugly. That thing is such an eyesore.

In the same vein, I am jealous of Maryland's flag. Some state flags have some nice patterns, but most state flags are forgettable with seals. But the Maryland flag is so garish that it's recognized by pretty much everyone.

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