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When people started leaving rural areas for cities with hopes of finding a better life, they probably didn’t expect urbanization to get so out of hand. Now the concrete jungles where dreams were supposedly made of are seen drowning in pollution, trash, traffic, and dystopian dwellings. One could say that the promise of a better life has somehow turned into urban hell. 

To show just how really bad things are getting, Bored Panda compiled a list of the worst consequences caused by developing cities shared on the Urban Hell subreddit. Scroll down to find them, and make sure to upvote the ones that made you sad to see the reality we live in.

While you're at it, don't forget to check out a conversation with urban planner Andy Boenau, who kindly agreed to tell us how we can reverse the damage to urban environments.

#1

Urban Art In Belgrade

Mural of a large open mouth with buildings as teeth, symbolizing an urban hell theme, on the side of a tall building.

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Molly A. Block
Community Member
10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like it! Oh wait--never mind......I thought that was a piece of broccoli, not a tree! Our planet needs her trees!

Grm Moore
Community Member
10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If we keep breeding then yes.

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    The Annual Monsoon Ritual Of Mumbai's Ocean Giving Back What Has Been Dumped In It

    Urban hell scene showing stairs covered in trash and debris with a grey sky in the background.

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    R1MV4Superleggera
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Utterly disgusting behavior of doing THAT!

    Dusty's mom
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They probably don't have a good system for dealing with trash accumulation. And other countries, like the U.S. sends their plastic waste to India. It's supposed to be recycled. But monsoons are too powerful, and overwhelm the process.

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    OnlyMe
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's on all of us. We are all complicit in the pollution of our world.

    S. E. in Indiana
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good for the ocean. It does not want all that garbage.

    J3447
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We need to stop this plastic craze, disposable wrappings!

    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Support Plastic Bank and the Ocean Cleanup (they work with rivers too, intercepting waste before it reaches the sea).

    Ozymandias73
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You would think this would deter people from dumping garbage into the water. That's horrible!

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Holy cow! People are making Kali and Shiva mad.

    Joanne Earle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So gross. You couldn't pay me to go to that part of the world.

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    #3

    Mumbai, India

    Urban hell depiction with a lavish billboard above a street where homeless people are lying, highlighting stark contrast.

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    PeTeH
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All sorts of trash...

    Mark Porter
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    10% of India's total GDP is remittances from ex-patriot Indian workers, primarily from the U.S.

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    Earonn -
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Living the Trump way? What if I don't want to rape women?

    DowntownStevieB
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's more trash on that sign than the street.

    Trophy Husband
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought the billboard was the urban hell... I'll take the garbage over anything that can be called "the Trump way" any day!

    Analyn Lahr
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can someone please find a way to end this guy's quest for global domination?

    Molly A. Block
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a trashy man. America's A.H. in the (orange) skin!

    Gunný Petersen
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh..he's everywhere destroying the earth.

    EJN
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You mean, like a self-centered, narcissistic, swindling, lying, not a gram of compassion a$$hole?

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    It’s predicted that 68% of the world's population will live in urban areas by 2050. While cities offer jobs and prosperity, among other alluring things, their growth doesn’t come without a cost. One of the most pressing issues that urban populations face is environmental degradation.

    #4

    Beirut Port

    Urban hell scene with graffiti saying "My government did this," showing desolate industrial ruins and cranes.

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    R1MV4Superleggera
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should say: "My mind blowing, corrupt government DID this!"

    Dana Miller
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We’ll probably be saying this in the U.S. sooner rather than later. 🫤

    Nikole
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Drill, baby, drill… This is all so fúcked up.

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    Dragons Exist
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Impressive spray-paint-handwriting

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does it say it in English?

    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because political messages are often written in English - more people will understand them abroad, spreading the message to a wider audience. Things were written on the Berlin Wall in English, too.

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    #5

    A Boy Gathers Recyclable Items From A Semi-Dry Drain, At Taimoor Nagar In New Delhi

    A child standing in a garbage-filled urban hell, surrounded by piles of waste in a polluted area.

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    lenka
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is no municipal waste management in new dehli.

    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is over 1 billion people in India, so why can't some of them ( say a couple of million ) be employed to clean up the trash ? Better still would be to educate the population not to litter in the first place.

    mandy the capibara
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only works if you have a place for the trash to go. Nog to mention the fact that the western world has been shipping their rubbish to poorer countries, including india for quite a while now. Plus the fact that one of the reasons for the high amounts of trash in southern and eastern asia stems from the growing demand for very cheaply produced mass consumer products such as fast fashion and whatever gob sotes like alibaba and temu sell. Indian government surely has a responsibility, but the way that rich western countries have used poverty and economocal inequality to make Asia responsible for their trash, is simply immoral.

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    CD King
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    India seems to be represented very heavily in this list….

    Ami Tokuda
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is the Indian Government doing? Shameful.

    R1MV4Superleggera
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awful country! And the worst part is..they have nukes!

    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, they have nukes, but oddly I'm much more concerned about Russia and the US having nukes, as neither has a mentally stable adult in charge.

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    Leslie Victor
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How? That country has the money to fix this kind of thing

    DowntownStevieB
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just the amount of disease possibility.

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    #6

    Electrical Wiring And Water Pipes In A Brazilian Favela

    Tangled wires and cables in an urban area, depicting urban hell amidst dilapidated buildings and narrow pathway.

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    kansasmagic
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Raw ingenuity and survival instinct in action.

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The plumbers and electricians are heroes. Maybe insane heroes, but heroes nonetheless.

    Wood Carver
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's amazing that they get it all connected together and working. For us fortunate folks who live in cities that are planned a little more than these thank municipal provincial (or state) and federal policies procedures and standards. Look up old photos of new York telephone lines before switching systems were automated or read up on the work London and Paris had to do tto revamp sewage collection. Some hate bureaucracy but this is what no red tape looks like. It's organic and chaotic and amazing like a desire path for electricity and wires but also it's gotta be so common for damage to happen. I feel like I'd trip down those stairs and disconnect half a county from water

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    Hippopotamuses
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How does anyone work out where anything starts and finishes? Such a mess.

    EJN
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A fire waiting to happen. Or maybe an electrocution.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Impossible! They spent billions to host the Olympics and World Cup . .

    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Heaven help any poor electrician or plumber who has to make repairs here.

    When people move to urban areas in large numbers, which is known as urbanization, it results in urban sprawl. This means that the population of cities becomes dispersed in a large geographical area, which takes up the land formerly occupied by forests, wetlands, or agriculture. Urban sprawl leads to less biodiversity as species are losing their habitats, with some going extinct.

    #7

    This Is The Most Apocalyptic Image Of Modern Cairo, Egypt, I Have Ever Seen Anyone Take

    Urban hell: Dense cityscape with old buildings, pyramids in the background, under a dramatic orange sky.

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    S. E. in Indiana
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stuff built thousands of years ago still standing proud. Newer construction falling apart and looks like c**p. We sure have progressed, haven't we?

    Susan
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most of those building look like they're falling apart because they intentionally leave them incomplete. If a building is still "under construction" the owner gets a tax break. That results in all buildings looking half built creating that messy incomplete look to their skyline.

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    Libstak
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks life an after shot from a mega bomb taking out windows and bits of concrete via the blast wave.

    Susan
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most of those building look like they're falling apart because they intentionally leave them incomplete. If a building is still "under construction" the owner gets a tax break. That results in all buildings looking half built creating that messy incomplete look to their skyline.

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    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "see your head in the fading light, and through the dark your eyes shine bright..."

    Blah Blah Blah
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Absolutely epic place to visit if you get the change to go DO IT

    Susan
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Egypt is actually a great place to visit. You only need a day or so in Cairo though. Alexandria if fun but a little crazy. Luxor is amazing and much cleaner. Also the beaches along the Red Sea and the Mediterranean are great. If you shop smart (not the vendors in the markets that hassle you) you can find amazing deals on silver, leather goods, basalt carvings, handblown glass, and tapestries.

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    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And nobody is even bombing it.

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    #8

    Hong Kong

    Dense urban buildings with grid-like windows, exemplifying urban hell with towering structures and cramped conditions.

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    CA Hyde
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Human storage units, sad.

    Jcusack
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll stick to my country living, can't convince me in anyway, how this could be better...

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    Jaq Jack
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing just how many separate and unique human lives and stories are occurring simultaneously in one city block

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a first step it's better than people being homeless. Don't compare it with Jeff Bezos' home, compare it with the cardboard box on a snowy street that appeared in a recent list here on BP.

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not a step up from homelessness necessarily. Given the population density some of those could still cost a fortune to live in.

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    Molly A. Block
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Damn the day when the elevator breaks! And you have 10 bags of groceries all by yourself!

    Mike F
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every time I see these I think that. There could be a dozen elevators, but if the power goes out WTAF are you supposed to do to get to the shelter of your home?!

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    Michael Largey
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where the elevator ride is the longest part of your commute to work.

    EJN
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is where the Matrix can just be plugged in. The people are already in place.

    Amanda Hunter
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably occupied by large families.

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    #9

    Not A Very Romantic Scene

    Person walking across trash-covered beach, showcasing an urban hell scene with polluted environment.

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    Pandarosa
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be worried my legs would dissolve 😮

    Helena
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be worried I'd step in or on something sharp

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    BrunoVI
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Two points just for the satirization of those influencer posts.

    EJN
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    EEW! This is a perfect illustration of one way humans are destroying the planet with c**p.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This may have started with a trash collector's strike. . .

    Ozymandias73
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eww! Why on earth would they go in there anyways? And, that far in!?

    R1MV4Superleggera
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once again, India! What a surprise...NOT!

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    The loss of nature and green spaces creates the “heat island effect,” where urban areas get significantly hotter than the countryside. As a result, disasters like heatwaves, droughts, and fires are becoming more common, causing health and water supply problems. Higher temperatures can increase the risk of sunstroke, heatstroke, and respiratory problems in inhabitants. Lack of parks, plant life, and water features can also negatively affect city dweller’s mental health.

    #10

    Ah Yes, Trees

    Green plastic tree on deserted urban road, illustrating urban hell concept.

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    Reginald
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope that has a base on the end of it.

    badger
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    slipped in the shower again did you Sir?

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    Pandarosa
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Life-sized Lego trees, I think this is Saudi Arabia so a no-water option makes sense, but this is just bizarre.

    Molly A. Block
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the drive up to the parking lot for Lego Land in Florida

    Leopoldo Pisanello
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those are quite ambitious butt-plugs!

    Mike F
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎶Fake plastic trees🎶

    bacon
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oh, come on, seriously?!?!?! PLASTIC TREES?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!??!?!?!?!

    Amanda Hunter
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen fake grass and fake trees in a front yard In England.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, saudi arabia DOES get virtually zero rain. Is this worse than Americans trying to grow banana plants in their sunrooms?

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    #11

    Hong Kong's Dismal Cage Homes House Thousands Of People

    Urban hell example: cramped metal cages with people inside, depicting harsh living conditions in an overcrowded city.

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    Nimitz
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The cages are because they lock them when at work to protect their possessions. It is bad

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    Uncle Schmickle
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen some hen houses that are better.

    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are quite a few documentaries about this on YouTube. Really crazy.

    Hassel Davidhoff
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What the actual fück? Referring to anything like this with the word "home" is just wrong.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The cages are to keep your stuff from getting stolen. Nor to confine people. Things may have been better under British rule. The communist Chinese government took over in 1997.

    McKenzy Flores
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean if I were homeless I’d be so grateful for this

    Susan Raskin
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    sad how many people in this world live is such dehumanizing conditions

    TribbleThinking
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen these bordering a busy road. 🙂‍↕️

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    #12

    Uae Nad Al Sheba III Neighborhood

    Aerial view of densely packed, uniform urban housing, illustrating an urban hellscape.

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    Marnie
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like the planet Camazotz from A Wrinkle In Time.

    Robert Trebor
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With all the men coming out the front doors at the same time.

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    STress (I/me)
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine getting drunk and trying to find your house...

    badmotorfinger
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good luck finding your house when you had a night out drinkin.

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You'll be having your hands cut off if you've been on a drunken night out there.....

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    S. E. in Indiana
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Huh, oh you can't miss us. We are the orange house on the third street to your left

    Victoria Harin Park
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought these were seats in a stadium for a sec

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everybody DOES have a nice rooftop patio for barbecues.

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    Additionally, dense populations produce infinite amounts of pollution, contaminating air, water, and soil. This can have dire consequences for people’s health, as harmful particles in the atmosphere can cause respiratory infections, heart disease, and even cancer. In overpopulated cities like Tokyo, Beijing, and Mexico City, inhabitants have to wear masks to protect themselves from the polluted air.

    #13

    Chinese Ghost Town Of Mansions Reclaimed By Farmers

    Abandoned urban area with decaying buildings and overgrown fields, illustrating urban hell.

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    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one makes me truly hopeful. More c**p being reclaimed for better uses, please.

    Chewie
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like the "Victor's Village" in the Hunger Games😳

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another reason the Chinese expansion is tanking. Their property developers grandiose schemes have failed miserably.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this anywhere near Wuhan?

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    #14

    Kowloon Peninsula, Hong Kong. Comparison Of 1964 - 2016

    Panoramic views of dense urban hell cityscape with numerous high-rise buildings and rugged terrain.

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    CA Hyde
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Holy c**p, there are tooooo many people on this poor planet. We are doomed.

    Helena
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yet governments are btching because we aren't having enough babies.

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    Hassel Davidhoff
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most people that think and say "we aren't having enough babies" are, for better or worse, viewing reality with a lens formed by economics. If you're a capitalist more babies mean more potential customers, after all. It is also the foundation of the stupid economic system Americans live under. If there aren't enough young people paying into Social Security and medical insurance plans those systems fall apart, from what I understand. It's bonkers to make the entire system dependent on continuous growth on a planet of finite resources. However, we went and did that bonkers shït anyway and as as a result we're now facing a climate apocalypse. Yet we're supposed to have more kids to prop up the system that led to this madness? I think not. My wife and I didn't and, while we don't have too many friends, we do have friendships with 4 other couples. Of those people only one couple had a kid. I applaud this as there are, unquestionably, too many fücking people.

    Nikole
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly. I have no children and will never have any children. My brother and his wife have two and are finished. Someone at an extended family dinner last year said to his wife, “Looks like it’s time for another one!”. She shut that down. We do not need more people, but the broken system relies on it. It is indeed completely bonkers.

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    DowntownStevieB
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Earth is going to do something about this soon. It tried with COVID...

    Netty
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing natural about Covid… https://www.politico.com/news/2025/01/25/cia-covid-19-lab-00200618

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    Michael Largey
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    there's a lot more room in the rest of China, but for some reason people want to stay in Hong Kong.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Being back the 2 child policy.

    Kipper
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look at the pollution. The clear blue sky disappeared.

    Pferdchen
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This really brings home the "We're changing the tilt and spin of earth with our construction and pumping of groundwater and oil" factoid.

    Rouch Houz
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    10 months ago

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    #15

    Cairo, Egypt

    Aerial view of densely packed urban buildings creating an overwhelming urban hellscape.

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    Hannah
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel on the verge of a panic attack just looking at some of these pictures.

    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A perfect example of human overpopulation.

    EJN
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too damn many people.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every child is a gift from God. .

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    All of this sounds like a script from a dystopian movie but sadly, this is our very real reality. However, the good news is that urban populations can improve, says urban planner Andy Boenau to Bored Panda.

    #16

    New Delhi - During Lockdown vs. Now

    "Urban hell: cityscape comparison with clear skies and heavy smog conditions."

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    India has a population of 1.4 BILLION people. The USA has a population of 350 MILLION. COVID killed 1.2 MILLION Americans but only 530 THOUSAND Indians. Now please tell me how Donald Trump isn't guilty of at least a million deaths.

    Empty Harris
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    530K reported deaths. an important distinction.

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    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Worlds largest importer of coal?

    DowntownStevieB
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd stay inside and have my exhaust fan PUMPING.

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    #17

    San Francisco, USA

    Urban scene with litter and debris scattered under a highway overpass, highlighting environmental challenges.

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    Random User
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not justifying anything, but this is Oakland, not San Francisco. The original images are from here: https://peraltacitizen.com/2019/02/15/advocates-respond-to-massive-oakland-homeless-camp-shut-down/, and the here's the location on Google Maps today Screenshot...02016f.jpg Screenshot-2025-01-23-165306-6792e4f02016f.jpg

    Nimitz
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These get this way because cities suspend garbage pickup in the area. It's a deliberate tactic to make the place unlivable and drive homeless people out. Another terrible thing that happens is when cities decide to "evict" the tenants there, they just pull up tractors and scoop everything into a dump truck. People lose any cash they were hoarding for an apartment, their last, most precious possessions, phones and computers needed for finding work or actual work, and family treasures like ashes or mementos. It all gets indiscriminately scooped up and people with nothing at all lose the few things they managed to hold on to.

    Tiffany
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah it's like that here too in Sacramento/ Chico area. We have a tent city by the airport. Plus all up and down the bike paths and certain areas all around town. It's hard to miss. It's gotten worse the last few years.

    BrunoVI
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wealthiest city in America. Almost as many millionaires and centi-millionaires as NYC, despite only about 11% the population. And more billionaires. This is home of Kamala Harris and Nancy Pelosi and the guy who two weeks ago looked like the favorite to be the next Democratic presidential candidate, Gavin Newsom. There hasn't been a Republican having any say in the governance of this city in ages.

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    Uncle Schmickle
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good heavens ! When did this happen ? It was a wonderful place when I last visited. Maybe 15 years ago.

    Santrikea
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are the slums, where tourists rarely go.

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    Jane Hower
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Liberal cities - this is what you get! Keep voting "D" and it will continue.

    Amanda Hunter
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes this is Oakland. D***s, this is the effect that d**g dealers have on our weaker population.

    Maudelin
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank the fools who voted liberal.

    Susan Raskin
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    we need to do better than this. no one should live in such awful conditions

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stop feeding the birds. Let them resume migrating again.

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    #18

    Contrary To Popular Belief, The Belgian Coast's Real Estate Did Survive To The Two World Wars. Its Cultural Heritage Was Destroyed By Real Estate Developers' Greed And Public Officials' Lack Of Care

    Urban hell transformation: Ostend, Belgium, late 1800s vs 2017 shows drastic architectural changes along the coastline.

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    Susan Raskin
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so sad to destroy beautiful historic buildings instead of saving them

    LongFang
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG what have they done........

    Ozymandias73
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, the 1800s version looks so much better.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Truly the most gratuitous use of Belgium in a serious screenplay.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But we do welcome refugees from the middle east and Africa . .

    Debby Keir
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    So, they wanted to rebuild post war. Should they have waited another 100 years so that they could afford to replicate what had been there, or do they rebuild to reasonable modern standards? This does not belong here.

    “Two key things should give any person hope for the future: (1) a basic understanding of how local land use and transportation decisions are made, which will give (2) a blueprint for changing the built environment to fit who we are as humans,” he explained.

    #19

    Literally, Just Thanksgiving Traffic In La

    Nighttime urban hell scene with heavy traffic congestion on a city highway, highlighted by red tail lights.

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    Amanda Hunter
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is every day almost all day.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or the World Cup final match?

    Carilyn Beverly
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good ol' Southern California traffic; the 10, 91, 405, 605, 5, 101 and so on and so on LOL

    Sonia J-Coffee
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Their politicians is not their only problem

    Zaach
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember in 1980s when it also included people randomly shooting at cars

    Abe Hartman
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This sucks but why is it so high up

    Susan
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My version of hell. The location and the traffic.

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    #20

    Hong Kong Street Life

    Hong Kong Street Life

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    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you build it, he will come . . .

    Boop the Snoot. Pound the Paw.
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this an abandoned area? There are no people in this picture.

    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's charming that they still have the double decker trams.

    Robert Trebor
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The double-decker trams were nice when I was there in 1973.

    #21

    People Offering Prayers At River Yamuna, India, Which Is Frothing From Industrial Waste

    Urban hell scene with people standing in thick foam pollution near a bridge.

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    Jill Jones
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is insane. Why are they standing in it?

    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A good way to kill off some of the overpopulation.

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Black humour but true. Have an upvote.

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    Hassel Davidhoff
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So much stupidity: prayer and industrial runoff. Stuff like this is why we're doomed.

    CA Hyde
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    India makes this list a lot, where you are either rich or severely poor.

    lenka
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the future of all developed countries who continue to give big tax concessions to corporations and the wealthy while restraining wage growth and social services. The middle class has been in substantial decline for at least 10 years in the US, UK and Australia.

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    Molly A. Block
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My god, they are desperate to pray?!! WTH

    Susan Raskin
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what are the cancer rates? We are the only species that destroyes itself

    mria alternativa
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry but prayers are not going to fix it.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Possibly enabled by government corruption. . .

    Leslie Victor
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They are all going to suffer and die

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    “It's true that state departments of transportation have a funding formula that favors junk infrastructure, but everything starts with local land use restrictions. The path to healthy infrastructure begins by persuading local leaders to reform the major obstacles of zoning and parking mandates,” he further explains.

    #22

    Residential Building In Hong Kong, Shot By Me On 35mm Film

    Overcrowded urban buildings with dense apartments, illustrating an 'urban hell' scenario.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I often wonder how anyone can have any quality of life in these mega-building. I guess the answer isn't quality, it's survival. Most of us are so lucky.

    lenka
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not most. More than half of the worlds population live in poverty. 8.5% of the global population live in extreme poverty and 44% of the global population are poor by standards in developed countries. If you are *not* living in poverty you are in the minority.

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    Amanda Hunter
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Birth control needs to be available to everyone free of cost.

    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember flying into HK many years ago ( the old airport ) and the plane flew BETWEEN buildings like this to touch down. I t was the most mind blowing experience !

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okaybunough with the Hong Kong photos. We get it. Show us East LA or Manhattan.

    Molly A. Block
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    10 months ago

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    Now I am reminded of how crappy 35mm film really was.

    #23

    People Living Next To A Helicoidal Street In Chongqing

    Urban Hell: Multi-level parking structure with cars and bright city lights at night.

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    Pandarosa
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The exhaust fumes and noise .....

    Abel
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like a parking toy.

    Susan
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually a cool solution to moving traffic in areas where the landscape height changes. But the poor people that live in the buildings next to it!

    EJN
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd hate to live next door to that.

    Oops
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would get dizzy and throw up.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Worlds largestvproducer - and consumer - of EV cars

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Weeeeeeeeeeee!!!!

    #24

    Dhaka, Bangladesh

    People walking on a bridge over a trash-filled area between rundown buildings, depicting an example of urban hell.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... and this folks, is where many of our designer label clothes come from!

    lenka
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and end up when the west ships its waste back there.

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    EJN
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And the ocean levels are rising and will wash all of that garbage out to sea to share it with the rest of the world...

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    India is a nuclear amed superpower launch moon probes. No more foreign aid to them please.

    “The vast majority of local governments in the US outlaw things like having a single-family home, a duplex, a dentist office, and a market on the same street. Legalize a built environment that fits who we are as people,” Boenau urged.

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    #25

    Magnitogorsk, One Of The Worst Polluted Cities In Russia. Only 28% Of The Children Born In The Town Are Fully Healthy

    Statues holding a sword in an urban hell scene with industrial smokestacks in the background.

    Travel_legend Report

    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Magnitogorsk: City by the magnetic mountain. Unfortunately, that pretty much sums it up.

    Rich Black
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The city was built on a mountainside containing russias biggest deposit of iron ore. It's the Pittsburgh of Russia

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    #26

    Private Houses On The Roof Of An Eight-Story Mall In Zhūzhōu, China

    Urban hell example: Rooftop houses on a large city building surrounded by high-rise apartments.

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    Blah Blah Blah
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a way better use of space than just a flat roof of nothing

    EJN
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A better way would be to cover it in plants like small trees. Gardens are also possible.

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    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this real? It looks a bit....off.

    Molly A. Block
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You guys are so gullible. Do your research! According to China Daily the buildings will be offices for the shopping mall developer’s 160 real estate management employees.

    EJN
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how they get their cars up there? In a typhoon it must be fun...

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Coming soon to a Costco rooftop near you.

    John Dilligaf
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    hope they seriously reinforced that roof to take the weight

    Lee451 Henderson
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Interesting concept but no trees/shade.

    Deborah
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How to they get up and down? Presumably through the mall, but what about when the mall is closed? Can anybody just wander up there?

    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm waiting for the building to collapse due to the extra ( and probably unauthorised ) weight.

    HF
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would feel constantly watched from the surrounding buildings

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    #27

    Naples, Italy

    Urban hell scene with cars parked under an overpass beside an old building, illustrating urban decay.

    biwook Report

    Ellie Vanille
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's like the house in the movie Nothing (2003). The house they want to tear down before everything disappears.

    Ace
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet those house values plummeted after the Genoa bridge collapse a few years ago.

    John Dilligaf
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    seems like it would be awfully noisy. And you couldn't open your windows because of the traffic fumes.

    Leslie Victor
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Still clean, unlike some of these pictures....

    Molly A. Block
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Prime real estate right there, folks! I wouldn't sell either!

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    #28

    Johannesburg, South Africa

    Urban hell scene with a wire fence and a brick house in the background.

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    R1MV4Superleggera
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Due to the huge number of robberies, kidnappings, burglaries, carjackings and what not there....tempted to bet the owner of that house has, as security, landmines buried around his house

    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to work with a South African guy who moved to the UK aged 12. He said the first thing that amazed him about the UK was the lack of bars on the windows.

    lenka
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In South Africa, the richest 10% of the population own more than 85% of household wealth

    General Anaesthesia
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The eight wealthiest individuals in the world own as much as the poorest half of humanity". Edit: that's more than three billion people.

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    Susan
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They probably also have metal shields that come down over the windows at night. Stayed in a family members nice house in Africa and they had those.

    Anes Harris
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Jhb and have never experienced the crime first hand. Locals know which areas to avoid especially at night. You drive with doors locked and windows closed and always very aware and vigilant. And never walj in the street at night. Other than that I enjoy living here.

    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very sad. I used to stay with friends in the Jo'burg area in the '80s and this was unknown.

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was because the police back then would execute criminals no questions asked, instead of being in their pockets like now.

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    EJN
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish they would please come and take Elon Musk back home to f**kup his own country...which is already more to his liking, philosophically.

    CD King
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s a low security fence by SA standards

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    #29

    Inequality In Tembisa, South Africa

    Aerial view of urban hell contrast: densely packed informal settlement versus organized residential area.

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    neytjie
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those on the left are people who are usually very low income/unemployed. Unfortunately there's something like this in every major town in South Africa. Unemployment rates are quite high

    Granny's Thoughts
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's also like this in areas of USA.

    Tina Girard
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Perhaps Elon should go back and concentrate on his birth country

    Lou
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kwame Nkrumah, the leader of Ghana's independence movement, has invited African Americans to return to Ghana. They get free land and an opportunity to be a part of the rebuilding of the country. What successful individuals have taken him up on his offer.

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    EJN
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a similar difference in neighborhoods in America as well. Almost no country is without a disparity between rich and poor.

    Rich Black
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Screenshot from the movie "District 9"

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    #30

    "Lying Skyscraper" In Moscow. About 736m Long

    Aerial view of a massive, monotonous urban building complex, exemplifying 'urban hell' amidst an industrial landscape.

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    Earonn -
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Interesting concept but why make it such a hazard of a fire rushing through 736m of building if you could just cut some gaps and make it safer? Just to be able to say "ours is the longest" like an incel?

    Donna Martinez
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    cant help but think it looks like the border wall Trump wants. lol

    Zaach
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now outdone by "The Line" in Saudi Arabia

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Terrible fire risk

    Nicole Weymann
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it, but there may be safety measures in place. Just from one picture it's hard to tell. on the other hand: people fleeing a fire to the rooftop may have a chance to escape - unlike anyone from floor 10 or so upwards of the twin towers. I'm not saying I approve of the architecture. I'd actually hate to live there .

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    Michael Largey
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Moscow had a huge building and housing shortage after WW2. This is part of the response.

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    #31

    Jalousie Neighborhood In Port-Au-Prince, Haiti

    Aerial view of densely packed urban area with houses on steep hills, illustrating extreme urban hell conditions.

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    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another example of overpopulation. This is the way humans will destroy the planet.

    MargyB
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One little tremor away from disaster

    VNES101
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a living organism.

    Deborah
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many decades ago my parents were on a cruise that stopped in Haiti. They later found out it was one of the last cruises to stop there, it was simply too dangerous.

    #32

    Bolton, England

    Urban hell: two contrasting street views; first lush with greenery, second barren with concrete surroundings.

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    L H
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This type of enshitification was popular 10-15 years ago - fortunately the more nature friendly gardens seem to be making a come back in a lot of places in the UK. It doesn't suprise me one bit that the owner of this monstrosity also drives a chelsea tractor.

    Bi.Felicia
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm guessing that a Chelsea tractor is a local term meaning Range Rover??

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    Blue Bunny of Happiness
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m rewilding my garden aka lack of actual gardening….

    RM
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get wanting a low maintenance garden, but this is just ugly. Even making the flagstones blend in (ie, sand coloured...) and a few flower pots and a hedge or fence would make it better. Also, no privacy- every passer-by can see straight into your garden and through your windows.

    Ravenkbh
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You sure this isn't Notlob?

    Jesse
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My friend lives there. They have a nice garden at least.

    Susan
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If this is your friend's house and they did this to the front yard they should be arrested.

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    G A
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One person's stupidity not really comparable with the other examples....

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    #33

    Mumbai, India

    Urban hell scene with deteriorating buildings and garbage-strewn railway, depicting harsh living conditions.

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    R1MV4Superleggera
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can you imaging the smell? *gag*

    Blah Blah Blah
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doesn't smell actually bc it's 90% plastic and 10% clothing (give or take)

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    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Literally a sh1thole.

    Craig Boddys
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are you only showing the posh part?

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    #34

    Temirtau, Kazakhstan

    Urban hell scene with industrial smoke and a colorful mural on a building, depicting contrast amidst pollution.

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    #35

    Burj Al Babas, Turkey (The Largest Ghost Town In The World)

    Abandoned castle-like houses in an eerie landscape, exemplifying urban hell with repetitive unfinished structures.

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    chi-wei shen
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was supposed to be a luxury development and the houses were very expensive. However, they could not find buyers. Complaints about the developer's practices and the fact that these palaces looked like a castle from Disneyworld and not something from the Ottoman world did not help them. After all, anyone willing to pay around half a million dollars (a huge sum in Turkey) for a house wants something special and not something that looks like all the houses in the neighbourhood.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't understand the logic of them all being identical. Sure, there are economies of scale, but having them all the same is just asking for trouble.

    VNES101
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone's imagination ran out of ink.

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    Chris
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, this supposedly the largest ghost town in the world? Want to try for the largest ghost city in the world? I believe China has them beat on that score.

    Robert Trebor
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Storage yard for micro-chateaux.

    Mathieu Brouwers
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some wealthy Arab families are still waiting for their castle. It is fully paid in advance.

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Massive houses with tiny gardens and no privacy. Lunatic designers.

    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It would be nice to know what happened here.

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    #36

    Las Vegas’s Underground Homeless

    Urban hell example with people living in a graffiti-covered tunnel, surrounded by makeshift bedding and personal items.

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    Jihana
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read about that. They try to get away from the heat and the sun. The problem is when it does rain those tunnels flood quickly and people drown.

    kansasmagic
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Obviously Vegas isn't the only city in the U.S. with a severe homelessness problem, but there is something particularly obnoxious to me in seeing people sleeping on 100 degree sidewalks in the shadow of the casinos.

    Apachebathmat
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw a documentary on the Las Vegas ’Tunnel people’ it was so sad, one lady said she loved living there but most hauntingly also sad “I will die here, probably soon”

    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw that same one. Many of the people are addicts or alcoholics who've hit rock bottom.

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    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are there homeless people in the richest and " best " country in the world ?

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unrepentant greed and the continuing inability of the rich to see the poor as human. IOW, the same thing that's caused nearly every revolution in history. [taps foot impatiently]

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    #37

    Mirny, Yakutia, Russia

    Bird's eye view of an urban area with a massive open pit mine nearby, illustrating urban hell.

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    Libstak
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Open pit mining requires an entire small city of infrastructure. This will be a ghost town when the mining operation closes down.

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    #38

    South Bronx, New York City (1980s). Genuine Smiles Despite All That’s Around Them

    Two children smiling in front of a deteriorating apartment building in an urban hell environment.

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    Pandarosa
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how it looks there today.

    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's completely different now. Much better.

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    #39

    An Interesting Perspective I've Stumbled Upon In Macau A Year Ago

    Urban hellscape showing contrast between decaying lower building and modern towering structure above.

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    James016
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are some photos of this from certain angles where the tower dominates even more.

    Bored Sailor
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah Macau is China's version of Las Vegas, USA. All the money goes there, the people just work at the Casino/Hotel for little.

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    Heidi Crapolicchio
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    Premium
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What exploded on the tower parking lot

    #40

    Town Square In Bartoszyce (Poland) Before And After

    Urban hell transformation: vibrant town square with green spaces turns into barren concrete plaza.

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    Deborah
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The before was so pretty.

    Paulina
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly, it's still a dominating trend of "revitalizing" public spaces in Poland :(

    Petra Schaap
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks like there are new trees planted. Maybe the old ones were sick?

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoever did this needs shooting.

    Multa Nocte
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    10 months ago

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    #41

    Ferentari, The Poorest Area Of Bucharest, Romania - Most Apartments Are Squatted And Have No Electricity, Hard To Believe This Is In The European Union

    Urban hell scene with rundown apartments, litter-strewn streets, puddles, and people walking through the area.

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    99pgp844h8
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No electricity but most have satellite tv and air conditioning hahaha

    Hassel Davidhoff
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just because you see it, doesn't mean it is functioning.

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    G A
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    10 months ago

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    Most of them have f****d off to the UK, anyway.

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    #42

    16th Century Mill Surrounded By Brand New Concrete In Seaside Bulgaria

    Abandoned urban hellscape showing dilapidated buildings and a crumbling windmill in a modern city setting.

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    #43

    Light Pollution By A Single Building In Mumbai (It Was 1 Am When This Pic Was Taken)

    Tall skyscraper illuminated at night, capturing an eerie aspect of urban hell under a gloomy sky.

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    Raddhi Mutiara
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    capitalism show off, the more it appaealing to investor and rich folks, the more they gain, despite anything else.

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    James016
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How is that even allowed

    Ash
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *gets sucked into the lights and zapped like a bug*

    #44

    Agbobloshie (Ghana) This Suburb Of Accra Is Western Europe's Preferred Dumping Ground For Electronic Waste. Population Affected: +40,000

    Urban hell scene with scattered electronic waste covering a vast landfill, highlighting severe pollution issues.

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    Michelle Randazzo
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And yet the usa is responsible for all the pollution?

    General Anaesthesia
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. The USA exports their garbage, too. Though nobody says "all".

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    #45

    The Ponds, A Suburb In Sydney. Packed In Like Sardines

    Aerial view of uniform suburban houses, illustrating urban hell with repetitive and dense housing layout.

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    Pandarosa
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And it's actually named after a creek - not a pond in sight 🙄

    cugel.
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Historically, we've had big blocks, but that's no longer sustainable. But we still want big houses, so this is what you get.

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    Hassel Davidhoff
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I will never understand why anyone would want to live in a situation like this.

    Sarah Suelzle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll take this over Mumbai (#45) any day ... at least its clean!

    Ece Cenker
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At this point I would prefer the Lying Skyscraper.

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No gardens. Yuck.

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    #46

    Petare, Venezuela

    Aerial view of densely packed urban area forming a circular pattern, depicting urban hell.

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    SCamp
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What in hell’s name is going on here?

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Buildings following the landscape. They basically used a corrie to build this neighbourhood.

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    AnnaB
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How? What's holding it up?

    Pandarosa
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The slum dwellings are built out from the mountainside, so not much.

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    Santrikea
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how much garbage gets thrown to the bottom?!

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn't want to be living at the bottom when it rains...

    #47

    Norilsk, Russia

    Urban hell scene with smoke from factories, crumbling buildings, and graffiti reading "No Happiness" on a concrete wall.

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    Little Bit
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is the graffiti in English?

    Pandarosa
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because multilingual people live in many, many places around the world.

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    #48

    Disgusting Canal Near My Home In Manila. I Wish People Just Would Bother To Care How Our Environment Is Dying Fast

    Urban hell scene with polluted water and derelict buildings in a deteriorating city environment.

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    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Pasig River in Manila is an environmental success story - a river that was declared dead in the 80s brought back to life. There is still a big problem with pollution. It's very difficult for locals to feel responsible when corrupt corporations will never face any consequences for the pollution they contribute. So much single-use plastic in the Philippines though, particularly from sari-sari stores - that needs to change.

    Hassel Davidhoff
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you for calling out the corporations. The true villains of the planet.

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    SCamp
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Take a look at the pics of India, might make you feel a bit better about things

    R1MV4Superleggera
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, could be worse! Could be like the awful contamination they have in India

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    #49

    This Beautiful View From My NYC Apartment

    Narrow, grimy alley between tall brick buildings representing urban hell conditions with AC units and small windows.

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    Poediddy
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    East 88th street apartment had the same view... $3,800 a month + one bedroom

    doredde
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Morning´s here, the Morning´s here. Sunshine is bright, the Sky is clear... "

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So good they named it twice....

    David
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you have a back alley facing apartment. Big deal. On ground level there is where the dumpsters for the buildings trash are, and 100 years ago, developers used that U shape area, as a place to put windows for apartments.

    S. E. in Indiana
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    10 months ago

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    You are the one who chose it.

    Deborah
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe that was the best they could afford.

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    #50

    One Of My Most Hated Buildings Finally Got Destroyed And Replaced By Something Beautiful

    "Urban hell transformation: Before shows a stark building, after reveals a classic ornate structure with tramlines."

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    RM
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's much better! Finally an 'after' photo that's an improvement

    #51

    Infinite Amount Of Concrete…

    Sprawling urban landscape at night with dense high-rise buildings and illuminated roads, depicting an 'urban hell' scenario.

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I;m OK with this and the one from Tokyo. Those cities look alive at least. The really bad ones are the dead cities.

    RM
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I actually find this, as a picture at least, kind of pretty.

    Daria
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    as a 100% city dweller, i find this strangely comforting

    #52

    Mansion On Top Of Building In Bangalore. Dear God

    Rooftop mansion on high-rise building in urban hell, surrounded by dense cityscape.

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    kiteman
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope nobody that lives there has a sleepwalking problem…

    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so disjointed, it's difficult to take in.

    S. E. in Indiana
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, I think it is great that they used the existing space. I would definitely live in it.

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And then put solar panels on the roof of *that* building . . .

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    DowntownStevieB
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't play frisbee with the dog...

    Robin
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This has to be AI...

    The Majestic Opossum
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nope, sadly not... "The structure shown is a mansion built atop the Kingfisher Towers in UB City, Bengaluru, India, often referred to as the "sky mansion". It was designed for businessman Vijay Mallya and is modeled after the white house"

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    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't leap backwards off those springboards by accident....

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    #53

    The Border Between The Brazilian City Of "Manaus" And The Amazon Rainforest

    A striking satellite view showcases an abrupt urban boundary meeting a vast forest, capturing an "urban hell" contrast dramatically.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Although it looks awkward, it's probably just as well there is a defined border.

    Raddhi Mutiara
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how long it will be that barrier will shift to the right...

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    #54

    Polluted Haze Above Dubai

    View of a city obscured by fog from an airplane window, illustrating urban hell's surreal appearance.

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    #55

    The City Of Belem Is Tearing Down A Forest Park To Build A Highway For The United Nations Climate Change Conference

    A surreal urban road network with a circular overpass and dense traffic surrounded by greenery.

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    James016
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If anything should be a Zoom call, a climate change conference would be it. But then you can't claim expenses, lavish dinners etc...

    Kris Tyler
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The city of Atlanta, GA, is tearing down a forest to build a fascist pig training facility

    #56

    Hyesan. North Korea

    Urban hell scene with dense smog and numerous chimneys releasing smoke, creating an eerie atmosphere.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Frankly, I'm surprised anyone managed to get this picture out of North Korea without being 'detained'.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doesn't all the smog make it difficult to see dear leader's face 24/7?

    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look at how wonderfully progressive and industrialised we are.

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    #57

    It's Baffling How Fast It Changes

    Comparison of urban development: 1985 sparsely populated cityscape vs 2016 dense high-rise and highway growth.

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    #58

    The Flag Of Urban Hell

    Shopping cart awkwardly perched atop a pole in an urban area, illustrating urban hell.

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    RM
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    While I'm pitying the person who has to work out how to remove that, I'm a bit impressed with whoever got it up there!

    #59

    Las Vegas

    Aerial view of urban sprawl showcasing rows of identical houses in a dry landscape, illustrating urban hell concept.

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    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least it looks clean. Perhaps sterile would be a more appropriate adjective.

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a mob run town in the middle of a desert popular with addicts-what's not to love?

    R1MV4Superleggera
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    10 months ago

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    What is that? A concentration camp...or something like that?

    #60

    Huntington Beach, California, During The Oil Boom Of 1928

    Crowded beach with numerous oil rigs in the background, depicting urban hell.

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    Pandarosa
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jesus, I had no idea this happened. What a terrifying sight!

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    #61

    The Before And The After Of My Hometown, Hungary

    Urban Hell: A vibrant garden square transformed into a barren plaza over time.

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    SCamp
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know this isn’t the worst picture here, but this one breaks my heart. How could they think that was an improvement??

    Apachebathmat
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More likely the cost to maintain the gardens was too high, thus they went for relatively maintenance free concrete

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    Lori T Wisconsin
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Any wonder why millions of people suffer from DEPRESSION?

    Lawrence
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guessing this was done post-1956. That's a very Soviet approach to public spaces.

    AnnaB
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What was the rational behind the change?

    Pandarosa
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe it's just cheaper to maintain concrete than employ gardeners?

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    Tostones
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it looks like the space is used for an outdoor market in the summer.

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More urban inshittification

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    #62

    Egypt, What Is Wrong With You?

    Urban Hell: Two contrasting cityscape images with greenery and stark urban architecture.

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    Nizumi
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All because there are more people. And more people = more cars. Here's an idea: More people = more public transit.

    Ash
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Louder for the US in the back...

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    OnlyMe
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's so sad. Humans need green spaces for their mental health. Obviously not a priorty in many countries.

    #63

    Saint Petersburg, Russia

    Massive urban hell high-rise buildings encircle a barren courtyard under a blue sky.

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    Deborah
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All the rich history that has been lost.

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who says they don't still believe in communist era style?

    #64

    Do Not Show Partiality To The Poor Or Favoritism To The Great, But Judge Your Neighbor Fairly

    Aerial view of urban hell with densely packed buildings and a large church near a river.

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    #65

    Why Does Delhi Looks So Dystopian

    Urban hell example: polluted river with two people in a boat, power lines, and a hazy cityscape in the background.

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    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like a literal hell on earth

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    #66

    Covering The Slums With Green Walls

    Urban hell scene with dilapidated buildings hidden behind G20 posters, contrasting visuals of neglect and global events.

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    badmotorfinger
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If we can't see it. It's not real.

    Craig Boddys
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So they can cgi them out later?

    #67

    Los Angeles Is Also A Concrete Jungle

    Aerial view of urban hell in Los Angeles, California, showing dense cityscape and surrounding landscape.

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    kansasmagic
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's remarkable to me, even having lived there, is how mountainous L.A. is. The Pacific Palisades (one of the areas worst hit by recent fires) is located near the green patch just south of the widest section of the (Santa Monica) mountains on the left side. That's how you get wildfires in the second largest city in the U.S.

    #68

    Near The Flea Market, Marseilles, France

    Street cluttered with trash and debris, cars parked along narrow road in urban hellscape.

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    #69

    Anti-Homeless Spikes In Guangzhou, China

    Spiked pattern under a city bridge illustrating a surreal urban hell scenario.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But surely there are no homeless in the People's Republic of China!

    Raddhi Mutiara
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For everything good in this world, there's always the opposite, just like coin, which have two side. Do you think that your statement is true?

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    #70

    Mumbai, India

    Urban hell scene with crowded street, decaying buildings, and litter-strewn area, exemplifying urban decay.

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    embi miller
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, we're agreed? Mumbai looks to be the worst of the lot.

    #71

    Hotel In Łodz, Poland

    Green hotel beside industrial structures illustrating urban hell contrast.

    tanmayp63 Report

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Last time it was posted was an example of bad hotels....

    Ron Man
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not photoshopped. That's the Hotel Alicja in Lodz, Poland. That's an EC2 cooling tower from the coal plant in the background. It's not nearly as close as it looks.

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    #72

    Before And After A Desert Is Turned Into A Soulless Suburb Of A Desert. Jk, Its A Single Photo Of Arizona

    Aerial view showing stark contrast between urban sprawl and barren desert, depicting elements of urban hell.

    TownPro Report

    Miracle Max
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pima Road, east side of Phoenix. On the left is the Pima Indian Reservation. There are only about 2-3 miles that look like this. Now there are Walmarts, car dealers and a casino on the res.

    O. Puntia
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    .I lived right along Pima before it was paved ... 1965

    Abe Hartman
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's sad but it's better than other areas and people need somewhere to live

    The Majestic Opossum
    Community Member
    Premium
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No they don't. I bet most of these homes are owned by snow birds (for those outside the US = people from cold climates who retire and move to warm climates in the US)

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    #73

    There's Cities, There's Metropolises, And Then There's Tokyo

    Aerial view of dense urban landscape, showcasing sprawling cityscape illustrating urban hell with minimal greenery.

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    Colt Winkler
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    thought that was the burj khalifa

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    #74

    50 Lane Traffic Jam - China

    Aerial view of urban hell with a massive traffic jam at a toll booth, cars densely packed for miles.

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    RM
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoever designed that many lanes reducing so much, and without any lane markings is asking for chaos. I can almost hear the cacophony of car horns honking just looking at that picture.

    James016
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoever thought that many lanes down to a handful needs an eye test, and a smack to the head

    Santrikea
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My local border crossing is 12 lanes and a nightmare.

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Work from home....

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    #75

    "Ocean Access" + Suburbs In Florida

    Aerial view of sprawling urban development, showcasing dense and monotonous grid-like city layout, emblematic of urban hell.

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    Mike F
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, mother nature keeps trying to erase the "problems" but they keep coming back, like a pesky rash. 😉

    Susan
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonder what it looks like when there's a storm surge

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Forget about it, Jake, it's Florida"

    #76

    Dadaab In Kenya. World's Largest Refugee Camp. Stretches Over 20 Miles

    Aerial view of densely packed structures on arid landscape, depicting urban hell conditions.

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    #77

    The Neue Elbbrücke Bridge In Hamburg. The Original Design Was Completed In 1887 And Featured Two Wonderful Gothic Gateways, Torn Down In 1959 To Add An Additional Lane

    "Urban Hell example: a historical bridge transformed into a modern automotive structure, before and after images."

    milktanksadmirer Report

    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Disgusting! They could have at least faked the entrance to the other lanes, for consistency.

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    #78

    The "Other Side" Of The Pyramids Of Giza

    Urban hell scene with a car junkyard near a large pyramid under a clear blue sky.

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    Blah Blah Blah
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This photo is very deceiving bc the size of the pyramids is inconceivable.

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    #79

    This Elementary School In Ohio Can Only Be Reached By Car - It Might Be Normal For Us For Is An Abomination By European / Asian Standards

    Aerial view of an urban setting with highways encircling a school building, illustrating urban hell design.

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    kansasmagic
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a terrible location, but the school is a K-6 charter in a poor and underserved area. It may be a choice between a poorly placed school and busing kids an hour to other schools.

    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, that's a false dichotomy. It's not difficult to incorporate walkable areas into new buildings. There's no legitimate reason this was designed as it was, they just catered entirely to traffic.

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    O. Puntia
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    see foot paths in the lawns ..

    Carl Roberts
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Only reached by car". yet we can clearly see pedestrian crosswalks, as well as a pedestrian path just below the freeway

    ElfVibratorGlitter
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just looked this school up on Google maps and there is a very obvious footpath AND crosswalk which connects to a sidewalk. So...

    #80

    Garbage In A Canal, Basrah, Iraq

    Urban hell example: A polluted canal with trash under a bridge in a run-down city area at dusk.

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    #81

    Milano, Italy

    Urban hell example: A building in 2020 with a modern extension added in 2021, altering the original architecture.

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    badmotorfinger
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's take a beautiful classy building and make it weird. Yay.

    Ece Cenker
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How the F?! The Milanese are very particular about their city's architecture!

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    #82

    Somewhere Along The Karachi Circular Railway, Pakistan

    Urban hell scene with a bridge over a trash-filled river, surrounded by rundown buildings and debris.

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    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't there a garbage collection service ? Sarcasm of course.

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    #83

    A Concrete Jungle Somewhere In China

    Massive residential buildings closely packed under a cloudy sky, showcasing an urban hell landscape.

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    OnlyMe
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's everywhere. But - if they don't build up, they spread out. Imagine what THAT would look like!

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    #84

    Night In Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵

    Urban hell: Nighttime view of a bustling city street filled with cars and illuminated skyscrapers.

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    Libstak
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its very clean and well organised in terms of traffic flow though

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, how is the downtown of a big city supposed to look at night? Lights out?

    G A
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Have to say, that looks amazing not horrific

    #85

    Guangzhou Aerial

    Aerial view of a dense urban area illustrating urban hell with crowded buildings and narrow streets.

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    OnlyMe
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel sad about Guangzhou. I've been there a few times. no birds.

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    #86

    Welcome To Texas

    Urban hell scene with identical brick houses lining a deserted street, evoking a sense of desolation.

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    Apachebathmat
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If depression and self loathing were a town…

    O. Puntia
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A pretty girl behind every tree ....

    AnnaB
    Community Member
    Premium
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Open air liminal space...

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    #87

    18000 People In A Single Building. (Saint Petersburg, Russia)

    Dense urban buildings forming a large residential block, illustrating urban hell with crowded structures and minimal green spaces.

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    Jesse
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly I'd take that over urban sprawl. If it's done well, it *can* be better for the environment than single-family homes.

    Ash
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like that building in Alaska that houses an entire town

    #88

    Lagos, Nigeria - The Overcrowding Is Terrible

    Crowded urban scene with heavy traffic and pedestrians, showcasing an example of an 'urban hell' environment.

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    #89

    Christmas In Grimsby City Centre, UK

    Urban scene with a lone tree in a fenced-off area, surrounded by concrete and sparse buildings.

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    Little Bit
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a story behind this. Until a few years ago Grimsby was gifted a lovely Christmas tree every year from the people of Norway as a gesture of thanks for Grimsby's help during WWII. It was a GIFT, not something that the people of Grimsby paid for. It was sent across by boat around about September/October time and kept in storage until November when it was decorated and put on display. A few years ago the idiots at the council stored it incorrectly so that by the time it was ready for it to go on display it was mostly dead. Everybody blamed Norway and claimed that they had sent an inferior tree. There was so much moaning and complaining I the local newspaper and on social media that the people in Norway responsible for sending it said that, given their GIFT wasn't good enough, on reflection it would be better if they didn't bother sending a tree any more, and that was the end of that relationship. The tree in the picture is now the best the council can come up with.

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Similar to the s**t storm last Christmas about that Christmas tree in London (IIRC), also a gift from Norway. For everyone else: Edinburgh didn't get Christmas trees, but we got a penguin who has also a rank in the Norwegian army. Look up Sir Nils Olav. ♥

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    badmotorfinger
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rumor is they're going to go all out and put a star on top of the tree next year.

    Pandarosa
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, they got the name right I guess.

    R1MV4Superleggera
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, could be worse..could be Jaywick!

    99pgp844h8
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And you’re probably not even allowed to use the word “Christmas”

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is, and always has been, a myth promoted by the tabloids and people with an axe to grind. I literally lodged with a Muslin family at one point in my life and not only did they call it Christmas, they put up a Christmas tree because why wouldn't you? They're pretty and fun.

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    #90

    The Problem There Are Still People Living In Such Buildings!

    Urban hell: a dangerously leaning apartment building between other high-rise structures.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Alexandria, Egypt. Apparently.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They should give their landlord a pisa their minds.

    Robert Millar
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why no tourists "holding up the building"?

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    #91

    Skopje, North Macedonia. Consistently One Of The Most Polluted (Air Quality) Cities In Europe

    Traffic and smog in a dense urban area, illustrating urban hell conditions with poor air quality and congestion.

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    #92

    Income Inequality In Mumbai, India

    Aerial view of urban hell with dense blue-tarp slums contrasting modern buildings in a cityscape.

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    Colt Winkler
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    pretty blue? (ill leave now)

    #93

    Postman On His Kowloon Route, 1989

    A person walking through a narrow, cluttered urban alleyway, highlighting the harshness of urban hell conditions.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kalwoon Walled City Hong Kong. Demolished 1993-94.

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    #94

    Intersection Of Two Avenues In Sao Paulo, Brazil

    Urban hell: an aerial view of an extreme traffic jam at a busy intersection.

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    SCamp
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ever played Rush Hour?

    99pgp844h8
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ever tried traffic-lights?

    Chris
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or a traffic circle. Or maybe even just some common manners! It is so funny to see the streets they want to get to being completely empty.

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    Nizumi
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's too perfect - I call photoshop.

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    #95

    Newly Built Housing. Samara, Russia

    Urban hell: Tall, bleak apartment building with graffiti-covered ground level, surrounded by cars and traffic signs.

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    CA Hyde
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another concrete brutalist prison, graffiti too.

    Kris Tyler
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    better than sleeping under a tarp in Nashville...

    #96

    Liebian Building - A 121-Meter Skyscraper With A Waterfall In The City Of Guiyang, China's Guizhou Province

    A skyscraper with a massive urban waterfall cascading down its facade, surrounded by city buildings.

    volossaveroniki Report

    #97

    Trash Next To La Saline Market, Port-Au-Prince, Haiti

    A dog walks through a flooded, trash-filled urban area, reflecting urban hell conditions.

    biwook Report

    Kris Tyler
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    BRICS please save Haiti from the west

    R1MV4Superleggera
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The poorest country in America with the most blatantly corrupt government in that continent.

    Apachebathmat
    Community Member
    10 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Haiti is a sovereign country in the Caribbean, nothing to do with the states

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    #98

    Mesa, Arizona, USA

    Aerial view of dense urban landscape, showcasing endless rows of houses under a clear sky, epitomizing urban hell.

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    DennyS (denzoren)
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If only every other block had a park area or the properties were twice in size...but alas, that's not profitable.

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    #99

    An Empty 20 Lane Highway In Naypyidav, Myanmar

    Desolate urban scene featuring an empty, wide boulevard and a lone scooter under a cloudy sky, illustrating urban hell.

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    kansasmagic
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not empty - there's one guy on a moped!

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a number of pictures here have shown, 20 empty lanes is bad, but is infinitely better than twenty full lanes.

    Ash
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep. I looked it up: "Naypyidaw, Myanmar was built as a new capital city by the military regime in a remote location with little consideration for the needs of the general population, leading to a lack of jobs, poor public transportation, and limited amenities, making it unattractive for people to live there, despite its large size and lavish government buildings; essentially creating a "ghost town" atmosphere."

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    #100

    Chongqing, China

    Urban hell scene with congested street, towering buildings, and dense traffic creating a chaotic atmosphere.

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    #101

    Outskirts Of Mexico City

    Aerial view of densely packed buildings exemplifying urban hellscape under a hazy sky.

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    badmotorfinger
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And then the Earth opened up and swallowed them whole.

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    #102

    Macau

    Tall, crowded apartment building showcasing urban hell with numerous air conditioners and metal railings.

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    OnlyMe
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many places are like this: Moscow, Singapore, Beijing ...

    TribbleThinking
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like the unit where they've put the ACs within the enclosed balcony, beneath the clothes, to speed up the drying!

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    #103

    New Residential Block In Malaysia

    Tall, densely packed apartment buildings with construction cranes amid urban sprawl, representing urban hell.

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    #104

    Delhi, India

    Urban hell scene with a street filled with trash, adjacent to a row of residential buildings and parked cars.

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    DennyS (denzoren)
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait, where do the cars go? Or is there a street between the building and cars...

    #105

    Homeless In Phoenix, Arizona - The Hottest City In The USA

    Urban scene with litter and people, depicting urban hell.

    iamayeshaerotica Report

    R1MV4Superleggera
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And the "magas" "think" their new leader will fix that situation...HA!

    Max Fox
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    According to MAGA politicians, homeless encampments ONLY happen in Blue states...

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    #106

    Come Enjoy The Lovely Beach In Alexandria, Egypt!

    Urban hell example: split image of empty highway and dense traffic jam with crowded beach in background.

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    Susan
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This picture doesn't captures the noise. All day and night the horns are honking. And you reeeeealllly don't want to go in the water

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    #107

    Smog At The River In New Delhi - No, That Is Not Ice On The Water

    Family by polluted urban river with foamy water, bicycle, and trash on the bank under a hazy gray sky.

    jeandolly Report

    #108

    The Michigan Theater In Detroit. Closed In 1976 And Gutted To Put A 3 Story Parking Garage Inside. Many Remnants Of It Remain

    Urban hell: an abandoned theater repurposed as a parking lot, with ornate ceilings contrasting the bleak scene below.

    Newgate1996 Report

    Mike F
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When the population began to decline there were entirely too many theaters in the city. Trying to maintain those places was exorbitantly expensive so they just began closing. At one point it seemed like there was 2 theaters per block, one on each side of the street. A great many of them were geared to live acts (think Vaudeville) rather than films and when that became a thing of the past, theaters could not keep the buildings up.

    #109

    Let Me Introduce You To My Hometown Of Duisburg In Germany

    Urban landscape with smoky industrial skyline, overcast sky, and winding roads depicting urban hell scenario.

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    Max Fox
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Meanwhile, on other parts of BP: "BUT EUROPE IS SO MUCH CLEANER!!!"

    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doesn't always look that grim!

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    #110

    Los Angeles, From Above

    Aerial view of a sprawling city landscape illustrating urban hell, with dense buildings and endless grid-like structures.

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    Chris
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Something to think about. You can see it from above, even with that many people. And a lot of that has to do with the fact that California has some of the strictest laws on car pollution. Something that the current administration wants to do away with.

    Hassel Davidhoff
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, Trump is going to undo a lot of good. All so himself and his criminal billionaire friends can make more money. Even if it threatens organized society. They don't care at all. The most dangerous institution on the planet is the Republican party. No doubt.

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    #111

    Built Up Tunnel In Napoli

    Urban hell scene depicting a narrow alley with old, deteriorating buildings and parked scooters.

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    #112

    Cairo, Egypt

    Aerial view of densely packed city buildings, exemplifying urban hell with overwhelming concrete structures.

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    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The wonders of ancient Egypt have been on my bucket list for many years. I've just taken them off !

    James016
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Pyramids and Luxor are amazing but Cairo was a not nice experience.

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    #113

    Spaghetti Junction In Kl, Malaysia

    Complex urban hell highway interchange with multiple levels and curves, showcasing chaotic city infrastructure.

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    OnlyMe
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah - that's how I got lost hahaha

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    #114

    A Street In Mansoura, Egypt, With All The Signs For Doctors’ Offices

    Urban landscape cluttered with numerous signs and advertisements on narrow street.

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    badmotorfinger
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Instead of saying hello to people you just nod and say "Doctor. Doctor. Doctor. Doctor..."

    Mike F
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When one of the signs falls on the head of a pedestrian there's help just a shout away.

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    #115

    Main And Delaware Street, Kansas City

    Historical transformation in urban hell: busy street in 1906 vs empty road in 2015, showcasing dramatic urban change.

    Kuzu9 Report

    James016
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think we are in Kansas anymore Toto. Cos they demolished it.

    kansasmagic
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    KC rebuilt sections of its old light rail recently. The downtown areas are in the midst of a renaissance. There is new construction, landscaping, and a section of light rail in this area today.

    RM
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All those beautiful old buildings just gone.

    #116

    60% Of The Things Posted Here Are Far From Being Ugly Or Urban Hell. It Seems That The Notion Of Urban Hell Varies Greatly Between People. This Is Urban Hell

    Dilapidated urban structures above polluted water, showcasing urban hell conditions.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From a reverse image search, it appears to be in Manilla, Philippines.

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    Colt Winkler
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    10 months ago

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    yep it sure is, look at those poor people smiling..

    #117

    Concrete Canyon In Manhattan

    Urban hell depiction with crowded street and tall buildings, creating a claustrophobic city atmosphere.

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    CA Hyde
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not, that it's any better, but that picture was taken in the 70's or 80's.

    OnlyMe
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's kind of stunning really. But I wouldn't want to live there.

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    #118

    View From The Bathroom Window, Belgrade

    Inside a dark, windowless urban hell, dim lights illuminate the stark concrete walls, conveying a haunting atmosphere.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't expect much from bathrooms. I'd be interested in seeing the other views from this apartment, as well.

    Debby Keir
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They face into a 'light well', meaning that there's some air circulation. I bet that the front windows face outwards, rather than inwards.

    S. E. in Indiana
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You really don't need that great of a view when you are sitting on the toilet.

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    #119

    Island Heat Effect ✨

    High-rise building with countless air conditioning units exemplifying urban hell.

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    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't it great that people have known how to build climate-appropriate buildings for thousands of years!

    #120

    Cape Town, South Africa. One Of The Richest Cities On The Continent

    Aerial view of a vast urban landscape filled with densely packed, makeshift homes under a clear sky.

    Ill_Information75 Report

    neytjie
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Squatter camp. Homeless built them from bricks, steel roof sheets, wood and cement.

    #121

    Norilsk, Russia

    A lone figure walks between decaying apartment buildings in a bleak urban hell setting.

    bclx99 Report

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Compared to many of these, the most depressing place in the world ain't half bad.

    Petra Peitsch
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Google Norilsk ,,,, you'll change your mind.

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    #122

    Guangzhou

    A person walking through a narrow, dark urban alley illuminated by sunlight.

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    Ash
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *sings* On the sunny side of the street...

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    #123

    (Oc) Hebron’s Multi-Story Borders: Ground-Level Palestinians Construct Fences Above Their Streets To Protect Themselves From Upper-Story Israeli Settlers Who Throw Trash, Furniture, And Rocks Down On Them

    Urban decay scene with metal netting above, worn buildings, parked cars, and people walking, reflecting urban hell.

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    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are similar streets in Northern Ireland.

    Hippopotamuses
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just rocks? In Israel's case I'd expect bombs, not rocks!

    Max Fox
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That fence seems suspiciously free of "Trash, Furniture, And Rocks" While I'm no fan of the settlers, this is a piece of sh!t propaganda. As anybody but a moron can see, the only thing looming over the fence are guard towers. The fence was actually built by the Israelis to keep Palestinian fanatics from lobbing Molotov cocktails in the Jewish side and from shooting into the guard towers. Again, the occupation is bad enough without outsiders (mostly ignorant White Christians) spreading lurid lies to rile up hate to justify the actions of groups like Hamas.

    DennyS (denzoren)
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw this is a report on Last Week Tonight, the guy was underneath and bottles were thrown and broken at them.

    David
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    except the caption is fake. Jews are limited to a few blocks in Hebron. This is the part of Hebron under PA control where it is illegal for Jews to live. There are no "settlers" here. What happened is, according to the Oslo accords, Hebron is PA civil authority, but Israeli military has rights to patrol for safety. These were put up by the PA and IDF to prevent people from throwing grenades on PA Police and IDF troops in the area.

    Uncle Schmickle
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This must have been before the war ?

    #124

    One Of My Favorite Pictures Of Macau. Hotel Grand Lisboa In The Background

    Tall futuristic skyscraper looms over crowded, decaying urban neighborhood, depicting an urban hell scenario.

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    Pandarosa
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like a doom castle in the sky. So intimidating.

    Susan
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looking at this gives me vertigo

    #125

    I’m In Chongqing At The Moment…

    Crowded urban skyline with dense, deteriorating high-rise buildings creating an 'urban hell' atmosphere.

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    #126

    A Tree Fighting For Its Life In Hong Kong

    Tall tree grows amidst decaying urban hellscape with overgrown roots and dilapidated buildings.

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    #127

    A Photo Of Central Park During The Great Depression (New York, 1933)

    Urban hellscape depicting a barren area with makeshift structures, contrasting with distant city buildings.

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    The Majestic Opossum
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This picture is slightly misleading. While Central Park was constructed 1858-1873, by early 1900s it had begun to fall into disrepair. The Central Park of today wasn't constructed until 1934 by Mayor LaGuardia. So yes, it looked like this during the depression, but it likely looked close to this before the great depression as well...

    badmotorfinger
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ahhh yes, I remember it fondly... that depression was so great.

    #128

    Residential Space In Noida, India

    Urban architecture with high-rise buildings, power lines, and vehicles on a road.

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    Residential Units In Hong Kong

    High-rise residential buildings illustrate an example of urban hell with dense and grim architecture.

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    #130

    Hong Kong's Incredibly Dense And Soulless Buildings

    Dense urban apartments showcasing a massive cluster of identical high-rise buildings, reflecting an urban hellscape.

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    #131

    China

    Dense urban landscape with rows of identical high-rise buildings under a clear sky, exemplifying urban hell.

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    Uncle Schmickle
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's better than all the photos of India.

    OnlyMe
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugly, depressilng, soulless

    Manana Man
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chances are very high no one lives in any of those.

    #132

    Monster Building, Hong Kong

    Tall, dense buildings at night form a narrow corridor of urban hell, creating an oppressive atmosphere under the dark sky.

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