There are around 35 megacities in the world, which are typically defined as urban areas with a population of more than 10 million people. These megacities are often characterized by high population density, significant economic activity, and complex infrastructure systems.
There are 195 countries in the world.
There are 195 countries in the world.
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Asia. It contains 15 of the world's 27 megacities (≈56%). The next highest would be Europe with 4.
Many megacities are located in Asia, particularly in countries like China, India, and Japan. Examples include Tokyo, Shanghai, and Mumbai. Other regions with megacities include North America (New York City, Los Angeles) and South America (Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires).
Another list defines megacities as urban agglomerations instead of metropolitan areas. As of 2010, there are 25 megacities by this definition, like Tokyo. Other sources list Nagoya and the Rhein-Ruhr as megacities.
As of 2007, there were 18 megacities according to "Living in the Environment, 15th Ed., G. Tyler Miller, Jr." See Chapter 23 on Urbanization and Transportation. It's possible that this information is now considered to be outdated. It should be noted that megacities can alternatively referred to as megalopolises.
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China contains the largest number of megacities, which are cities with a population of over 10 million people. As of now, China has multiple megacities including Beijing, Shanghai, and Chongqing.
urban polarization is the process by which megacities become so dominant, they limit urban development elsewhere in the country; they end up becoming closer tied with first world megacities than their own hinterlands. This leads to a process of cumulative causation.
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As of October 2023, China has 15 megacities, defined as urban areas with populations exceeding 10 million people. Some of the most notable include Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangzhou. These megacities are significant centers for economic activity, culture, and migration within the country. China's rapid urbanization continues to contribute to the growth and development of these large urban centers.
People often live in megacities in order to be close to work or to find work. A pressure faced when living in a megacity might include the pressure of long lines for transportation or a high cost of living.
Asia has many megacities due to rapid urbanization driven by economic growth, industrialization, and population migration from rural areas to cities in search of better opportunities. The continent's diverse economies, particularly in countries like China, India, and Indonesia, have led to significant urban development and infrastructure expansion. Additionally, cultural factors and historical urban centers have contributed to the consolidation of large populations in these megacities, resulting in their current size and global significance.
Not necessarily. While some megacities may experience higher rates of poverty due to factors such as inequality and lack of employment opportunities, there are also megacities that are economically prosperous and have high standards of living. The level of poverty in a megacity can be influenced by various social, economic, and political factors.