When it comes to cities, beauty is subjective. What one person finds beautiful, another person may find unattractive. However, that hasn't stopped people from discussing and ranking cities based on their appearance. In an online thread where users can rank the “ugliest cities” or ugliest places in the U.S., frequent travelers ranked their top 8, and the results may surprise you.
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Baltimore, Maryland
Many Reddit users mentioned Baltimore as one of the ugliest cities they have visited. The city has a history of poverty, crime, and urban decay, which has resulted in many abandoned buildings and a general lack of aesthetic appeal. However, the city has been trying to revitalize and restore some of its historic buildings, so it may soon be considered a more attractive city.
Newark, New Jersey
Another city often mentioned on the Reddit thread was Newark, New Jersey. Unfortunately, Newark has earned a reputation as an unattractive city known for its high crime rates, poverty, and lack of investment in urban development. However, like Baltimore, the city has been working to revitalize its downtown area and make it a desirable place to live and visit.
Cleveland, Ohio
Cleveland has long been considered an “ugly” city by many people due to its industrial past and the negative impact it has had on the city's appearance. While the city has made efforts to revitalize its waterfront and downtown area, some Reddit users feel it still has a long way to go before it can be considered a beautiful city.
Detroit, Michigan
Detroit has a reputation for being one of the ugliest cities in the United States, and Reddit users agree. The city's history of industrial decline, poverty, and crime has left it scarred, though the city has been making efforts to revitalize its downtown area and attract new investment.
Buffalo, New York
Buffalo has a similar history to many other cities on this list, with an industrial past and a need for more investment in urban development. Reddit users who have visited the city have described it as “ugly” and “depressing.” However, the city has been making efforts to revitalize its downtown area and attract new investment, which may change its appearance.
San Francisco, California
Another said, “San Francisco. Went to California to see Dad's side of the family; dad warned me not to get my hopes up, but being a 12-year-old girl, who can blame me? The city was so ugly. It's not colorful, and it's almost grey. It reeked of piss and feces, everyone was so rude, and the only thing I enjoyed looking at was the Golden State Bridge. It made me feel sad just to see how many homeless people there were there and how poorly others were treating them. It made me never want to visit another big city in my life.”
Vali, Arizona
Another user said, “Vail, AZ. It used to be so pretty there, but since everyone is apparently moving to Arizona, they've completely destroyed the desert, and there's nothing. There are car accidents left and right, and trash is literally everywhere. It's such a sad little town now.”
Gary, Indiana
A user said, I was hitchhiking from Tennessee to Wisconsin when I was 19, and I got dropped off in Gary, Indiana. I could not for the life catch a ride after two days trying, so I said forget it and spent what money I had on a greyhound to Chicago. I had to walk through a large portion of the city from where I was to the station, and it was the most tense and depressing walk I'd ever taken. So yeah, Gary, by a long mile.
Another user looked on the bright side and said, “the only reason i know about Gary, Indiana is because that’s the birthplace of Michael Jackson lol so i guess that makes it a little bit more interesting.”
Are These Cities Really Ugly?
It is important to note that the opinions expressed are subjective and may not reflect the views of everyone. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and what one person finds unattractive, another person may find beautiful. The cities mentioned on the thread may not be the most attractive, but they all have their own unique histories and attractions that make them worth visiting.
What Makes A City Ugly?
The idea of what is considered an ugly city is subjective and varies from person to person. While some cities may have a history of poverty, crime, and urban decay, they are still worth exploring and discovering. Beauty can be found in the most unexpected places, and it is up to us to look beyond appearances and see the potential for greatness in every city. The original thread is here.
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I have been to Baltimore many times when I lived in MD and l agree it is ugly while it may not be the ugliest cause l have not visited the other cities it does need work done to it.
I hope beautification can be accomplished there. It is worth beautifying.