Like the kitsch found along roadways throughout the USA, the more unusual new buildings in China were designed as calling cards for towns thirsty for attention from tourists and investors. Giant liquor bottles, teapots and … “Many cities excessively pursue strange and unique buildings because leaders believe they are good for raising their city's renown and speeding the development of related industries,” he says. “Some designs can't be realized even in the West, … …

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