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John Hancock Tower.

Boston United States of America 42° N · 71° W
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The John Hancock Tower, officially 200 Clarendon Street, is Boston’s tallest building at 790 feet and 60 stories, completed in 1976. Designed by Henry N. Cobb of I. M. Pei & Partners, its sleek glass façade defines the Back Bay skyline, harmonizing with historic sites.

The John Hancock Tower, officially known as 200 Clarendon Street, stands as Boston’s tallest building and a defining symbol of modern architectural innovation…

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Copley Square in Boston with historic buildings and overcast sky in November 2009
Scenic view of Copley Square in Boston featuring historic architecture under cloudy sky in November 2009
Copley Square in Boston during November 2009 showcasing historic buildings and urban landscape
A view of Copley Square in Boston taken in November 2009 featuring iconic architecture and the urban environment of the city
Copley Square in Boston with historic buildings and busy street in November 2009
View of Copley Square in Boston featuring historic architecture and urban street activity during November 2009.
Copley Square in Boston with historic buildings and autumn trees in November 2009
View of Copley Square in Boston showcasing historic architecture and fall foliage during November 2009.
Copley Square in Boston with historic buildings and bustling city atmosphere in November 2009
A vibrant view of Copley Square in Boston showcasing historic architecture and urban life during November 2009
Aerial view of Boston cityscape featuring historic buildings and modern architecture with streets filled with cars
Aerial photograph of Boston, Massachusetts taken in 2010 showing a mix of historic brick buildings and contemporary structures along busy city streets.
Main facade and entrance of Back Bay Station with John Hancock Tower in the background
The main facade and entrance to Back Bay Station served by Amtrak, MBTA Commuter Rail and Orange Line with John Hancock Tower visible in the background, viewed northeast from Dartmouth Street sidewalk.
View of Boston city showing aftermath of the Marathon Bombings
Aerial view of Boston from the Westin Copley Place on April 17, 2013, highlighting the city's scene following the Marathon Bombings, captured by Eric Haynes for the Governor's Office.
Commonwealth Avenue Mall view from Bowker Overpass in February 2022 with trees and pathway
Scenic view of Commonwealth Avenue Mall from Bowker Overpass showcasing tree-lined pathway in February 2022
Sailing club with boats docked alongside wooden pier and people standing on pier
Photograph of a sailing club showing boats docked along a wooden pier with people on the pier. Taken by Ernst Halberstadt under the DOCUMERICA project for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

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