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The John Hancock Tower
The glass John Hancock Tower was built in 1976 as Boston's tallest building. The modern building designed by I.M. Pei contrasts with the neighborhood's 19th century buildings.John Hancock TowerControversy The construction of a modern skyscraper at Copley Square, a site with many important historic buildings, sparked an intense debate.
The architecture firm of I.M. Pei and partners proposed a sleek 60 story tower with a glass curtain wall, a stark contrast with the 19th century romanesque Trinity Church across the street.
Reflecting historic surroundingsThe combination turns out to work well: the glass wall of the 60 story John Hancock Tower reflects its surroundings and does not interfere with it. I.M. Pei would later implement a similar solution in Paris, where a glass pyramid is set in the middle of historic Louvre.
The John Hancock tower was built in 1976 and at 241 meters (790ft), it is still the tallest building in Boston. It had an observatory with a great Old Hancock Tower reflected in the new onepanoramic view on Boston, but unfortunately it is now closed. Head to the nearby Prudential Center for a great view over Boston.
Old Hancock TowerAdjacent to the modern John Hancock Tower is the 1947 Old John Hancock Tower. This art deco building has a pyramid-shaped roof topped with a weather beacon. The beacon has a different color depending on the weather: clear blue means a clear view, flashing blue means clouds due, steady red signals rain ahaid and a flashing red beacons warns for snow.
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Brookline: Brookline Brookline is bordered on three sides by Boston and by the Town of Newton to the west. It is an affluent, residential suburb of Boston with five historic districts. There are several institutes of higher education situated here including Wheelock C... More On This Community
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Cohasset: Cohasset Cohasset is a town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, though it is not contiguous with the main body of the county. Cohasset was first seen by Europeans in 1614, when Captain John Smith explored the coast of New England. The area was first settled in ... More On This Community
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Back Bay: Back Bay The Back Bay is a popular, upscale residential and retail district. Residential streets are lined with historic Victorian Brownstones and quaint gardens. This ½ square mile area hosts many Boston landmarks, such as, Copley Square, the Prudential Cent... More On This Community
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Boston: Boston Boston, first incorporated as a town in 1630, and as a city in 1822, is one of America's oldest cities, with a rich economic and social history. What started as a homesteading community eventually evolved into a center for social and political change... More On This Community
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Waterfront: Waterfront The Waterfront District is an upscale residential and commercial office district, bordered by Congress Street, Atlantic Avenue, and Commercial Street. In addition to providing spectacular views of Boston's inner harbor and the historic wharf building... More On This Community
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Norwell: Norwell Norwell is a town in Plymouth County, Massachusetts.It was first settled in 1634 as a part of the settlement of Satuit (later Scituate), which encompasses present day Scituate and Norwell. It was officially created, in 1849 and soon became known as ... More On This Community
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The Leather District: Boston It is the dominant leather industry of an older Boston that has given this South Street neighborhood its name. Renowned for its historic appeal, the Leather District has become the home to converted lofts, art galleries, restaurants, and bars.It is o... More On This Community
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Bay Village: Boston One of the smallest of Boston's neighborhoods, Bay Village is comprised of 6 square blocks situated between Back Bay, the Theatre District, and the South End. This tranquil residential neighborhood has brick row houses, tree-lined narrow streets, gas... More On This Community
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South End: South End The South End is one of Boston's most vibrant communities. Situated next to the Back Bay and Beacon Hill areas, the South End is bordered by Massachusetts Avenue, Berkeley Avenue, and from Columbus Avenue to Harrison Avenue. The South End sits on the... More On This Community
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North End: North End The North End has the distinction of being the oldest, residential community in Boston. All periods of American history is reflected in its architecture. The North End is a quaint neighborhood, encompassing about 1/3 square mile. Although small, t... More On This Community
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