Which city do you hold dear? Could it be the energetic beach city of Miami in South Florida, or is it the economic titan, New York? Every one of these metropolises boasts its unique culture, architecture, and cityscape. It’s indeed the case that not so long ago, your top city may have had a significantly different look. It’s compelling to observe how some cities have retained their historical charm, while others have embraced a contemporary, sophisticated aesthetic. From Tokyo to Dubai, we offer you 25 captivating before and after shots of cities that are sure to amaze you.
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Los Angeles, California - 1878 and now
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Moscow, Russia - 1896 and now
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – 1990´s and now
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London, UK – End of 19th century and now
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Chicago, Illinois – 1909 and now
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Tokyo, Japan – 1920´s and now
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Toronto, Canada – 1930 and now
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Taipei, Taiwan – 1st half of the 20th century and now
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Boston, Massachusetts – 1920´s and now
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 1980´s and now
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Buenos Aires, Argentina – 1950´s and now
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Singapore – 1970´s and now
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Panama City, Republic of Panama – 1930´s and now
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New York City, New York – 1920´s and now
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Fortaleza, Brazil – 1970 and now
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Berlin, Germany – 1945 and now
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Hong Kong – 1960´s and now
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Sydney, Australia – 1950 and now
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Miami, Florida – 1930´s and now
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Seoul, South Korea – 1950 and now
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Jakarta, Indonesia – 1960 and now
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 1975 and now
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Nairobi, Kenya – Early 1960´s and now
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Beijing, China – 1950´s and now
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