I found this scenic viewpoint while I was on holidays and thought it would be a great Wayspot… but reviewers and Niantic rejected it. Title: Un mirador de la ciudad junto al Castillo de Santa Bárbara (A viewpoint of the city next to the Santa Bárbara Castle) Description: Un mirador para admirar e…

I love this view! If I have had this in review it would be a pleasure to me to accept this. Sign pffff

I would take that hike to see that view if I knew it were there. I would recognize that I had arrived at the Wayspot from this photo. There may not be a sign to “stop here and look at the view,” but the area is clearly provided for folks to do just that. The clarification section on Seating Benches…

We need to get away from signfarer Love the view love the spot

Looks amazing. Like @cyndiepooh if I saw that on the map I’d definitely clock it as a place to visit.

This thoughtful design by the park designers is evident. There’s a flat area and a railing clearly meant for observing the stunning view or taking selfies/photos. It’s definitely worth exploring! Great nomination!

This is really sad as that view is amazing. Signfarer is frustrating

There’s a lot of :black_heart: after each post here. Probably a sign that most people are agog, bemused at the the community and Niantic rejection. Maybe with enough someone will have a heart and reverse it :slight_smile:

This post is starting to get buried. @ScopelyExpTintino you asked us to continue to let y’all know when we think the appeals crew got it wrong, and I really think they did on this one in requiring a sign for what is clearly designed and recognizable as a place to catch the stunning view.

This is an awesome location and should be an exception to the rule of a bench having to be there !

There is no rule about a bench having to be there. There often is and it can be suitable, but its not a requirement. The key is that it needs to be a set place, an anchor for the view.

Appeal rejected - Scenic lookout without a placemarker sign

General Discussion

cyndiepooh June 28, 2024, 11:37am 18

Yay! A big thank you to Niantic for looking at this again and being willing to reconsider as stated here:

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Appeal rejected - Scenic lookout without a placemarker sign

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