Granite or Grey?
Aberdeen has been named as the most dismal town in Scotland by Urban Realm architecture magazine. According to the magazine's editor, John Glenday:
It has been left behind by the likes of Dundee, which has made huge strides to transform its waterfront. The time to turn things around is now. In a few years' time it may well be too late.
Which seems to be over-egging the pudding somewhat.
Not surprisingly, Aberdeen's worthies have leapt to its defence. Planning convener Councillor Ramsay Milne lauded some of the finest buildings in Scotland
, and a magnificent seafront with superb maritime views
. VisitAberdeen's chief executive, Steve Harris, pointed out the city's beautiful parks and gardens, a beach that runs for miles right into the city centre and some stunning architecture
.
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superb maritime views.