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12 Staggering Photos That Prove Columbus Is The Most Beautiful Place In The Whole Wide World

Published Dec 29, 2017

Written by 

Catherine Armstrong

We're incredibly lucky to live in Columbus, but when you're surrounded by a city this beautiful every day, it's easy to take it for granted. Here are 12 photos to remind you just how spectacular our city truly is.

1. Nighttime reflections are stunning.

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2. The stately Ohio State University.

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3. Columbus in the winter is cold, but spectacular.

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4. Spring is magnificent, too.

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5. Summer twilight in a bustling city.

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6. One of the best Columbus views on a fall afternoon.

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7. German Village is quaint and charming .

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8. The Scioto deer is beautiful in the snow.

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City of Columbus - City Hall/Facebook

9. Glowing lights at night.

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10. There's always plenty of excitement here.

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11. Buildings old and new.

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12. Goodale Park - an oasis in the city.

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What's your favorite spot in Columbus?

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