Russia is the largest country in the world in terms of area. But in addition to vast territories, the inhabitants of the country can be proud of the most beautiful cities. Among them there are both very small settlements, such as Chekalin, and megacities.
The largest cities in Russia by area - which major settlements are in the top ten? We will consider only cities whose area is given within their city limits.

10. Omsk | 597 sq. kilometers

It is on the 10th place in the list of the largest cities in Russia in terms of area. The population exceeds one million inhabitants. According to this indicator, Omsk ranks second in terms of population in Siberia. The significance of the city for the region is great. During the Civil War, it was called the Capital of the Russian State. It is the capital of the Siberian Cossack army. Now Omsk is a large industrial and cultural center. One of the decorations of the city is the Assumption Cathedral, which is one of the treasures of world temple culture.
The territory of the city is 597.2 sq. kilometers.

9. Voronezh | 596 sq. km

On the 9th place in the top 10 largest Russian cities is with a territory of 596.51 square meters. kilometers. The population is 1.3 million inhabitants. The city is located in the most beautiful place - on the banks of the Don and the Voronezh reservoir.
Voronezh has many beautiful architectural monuments, but it is also famous for its contemporary art. Sculptures of a kitten from Lizyukov Street, a character from a famous cartoon, and White Bim from the film "White Bim, Black Ear" were installed in the city. There is also a monument to Peter I in Voronezh.

8. Kazan | 614 sq. kilometers

The eighth place in the ranking of the largest cities in Russia in terms of area is occupied by the capital of Tatarstan. It is the largest economic, scientific, cultural and religious center in the country. In addition, Kazan is one of the most significant Russian ports. Unofficially bears the name of the third capital of Russia.
The city is actively developing as an international sports center. Kazan authorities attach great importance to the development of tourism. Many international festivals are held here every year. The most significant architectural building of the city is the Kazan Kremlin, which is included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The area of ​​the city is 614 sq. kilometers.

7. Orsk | 621 sq. kilometers

Including three administrative districts with an area of ​​about 621.33 sq. kilometers, ranks seventh in the list of the largest Russian cities. It is located in a picturesque place - on the spurs of the majestic Ural Mountains, and the Ural River divides it into two parts: Asian and European. The main branch developed in the city is industry. There are more than 40 archaeological sites in Orsk.

6. Tyumen | 698 sq. kilometers

In sixth place among the largest settlements in Russia is the first Russian city founded in Siberia - Tyumen. The number of inhabitants is about 697 thousand people. Territory - 698.48 sq. kilometers. Founded in the 16th century, the city now includes 4 administrative districts. The beginning of the future city was laid by the construction of the Tyumen prison, started by decree of Fyodor Ivanovich, the third son of Ivan the Terrible.

5. Ufa | 707 sq. kilometers

Ufa, the territory of which is 707.93 sq. kilometers, is in fifth place in the list of the largest Russian cities. The population is over a million inhabitants. The capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan is a major cultural, scientific, economic and sports center of the country. The importance of Ufa was confirmed by the BRICS and SCO summits held here in 2015.
Despite the fact that Ufa is a millionaire city, it is the most spacious settlement in Russia - there are almost 700 square meters per inhabitant. meters of territory.
Ufa is considered one of the greenest cities in the country - there are a large number of parks and squares. It also features a wide variety of monuments.

4. Perm | 800 sq. kilometers

In fourth place in the ranking of the largest cities in terms of area is. It occupies an area of ​​799.68 sq. kilometers. The number of inhabitants is more than a million people. Perm is a large industrial, economic and logistics center. The city owes its foundation to Tsar Peter I, who ordered the construction of a copper smelter in the Siberian province to begin.

3. Volgograd | 859 sq. kilometers

Hero City, bearing the name Stalingrad in the Soviet era, ranks third in the list of the largest Russian cities. Area - 859.353 sq. kilometers. The population is just over a million people. The city was founded at the end of the 16th century on the ancient Volga trade route. The first name is Tsaritsyn. One of the most famous historical events associated with Volgograd is the great Battle of Stalingrad, which showed the courage, heroism and perseverance of Russian soldiers. It became a turning point in the war. One of the most famous monuments dedicated to those difficult years is the Motherland Calls monument, which has become its symbol for the residents of the city.

2. St. Petersburg | 1439 sq. kilometers

In second place among the largest cities in Russia in terms of area is the second capital of the country. The favorite brainchild of Peter I occupies an area of ​​​​1439 square meters. kilometers. The population is over 5 million inhabitants. The cultural capital of Russia is known for many magnificent monuments and architectural structures, which hundreds of thousands of tourists come to admire every year.

1. Moscow | 2561 sq. kilometers

The first place in the ranking is occupied by the capital of Russia. Territory - 2561.5 sq. kilometers, the population is more than 12 million people. To understand the full scale of the capital, you need to remember that more people live in Moscow than in some European countries.

In addition to the largest Russian cities listed above, there are also urban settlements, when the city itself includes other settlements. If we consider these territorial units in our rating, then Moscow or St. Petersburg will not be in the first place at all. In this case, the list of the largest settlements in Russia will be headed by the city of Zapolyarny, whose area is 4620 square meters. kilometers. This is twice as large as the area of ​​the capital. Meanwhile, only 15 thousand people live in Zapolyarny. The polar region is interesting because about 12 kilometers from the city is the famous ultra-deep Kola well, which is one of the deepest points on Earth.
Norilsk urban district can also claim the title of the largest territorial association in Russia. It includes Norilsk itself and two settlements. Territory area - 4509 sq. kilometers.

There are 251 countries in the most beautiful corners of our planet. About 2.5 million cities, large and small, provincial and developed, tourist and unknown, have been living their full lives for many centuries and even millennia. Each city is unique and interesting in its own way, but today we want to introduce you to the largest cities of our planet.

We will begin our story with the largest cities in terms of area, and, of course, we will mention the megacities with the largest population in the world.

Chongqing (China) CITY AREA: 82,400 KM²

Chongqing is a city in China that covers an area of ​​82,400 km². It is not only the largest and most populous, but also the most ancient city in China. Life on the territory of Chongqing has been in full swing for about 3 thousand years. Almost 40 million people live in the city, but there are much fewer registered residents. The metropolis combines the historical value of ancient architecture with the latest technology. This is one of the largest industrial centers in China, there are 5 automobile factories, which is why the environment of the city suffers greatly and the air is polluted. If you want to see exactly the ancient city, then you need to hurry, because in a couple of years it may not be there. Old quarters disappear every year, being replaced by new buildings.

Hangzhou (China) CITY AREA: 16,840 KM²

Due to the warm and humid climate, the city is surrounded by greenery and flowers all year round. The city of Hangzhou has existed for 2,000 years. It was from this city that the Maritime Silk Road began for many years. Also, for a very long time, Hangzhou was the only seaport in China. Today, this metropolis specializes in light industry. Here you can also buy handmade souvenirs. The main attraction of the city is the Ancestral Temple of the Chen Family - Chenjiatsy. This amazing monument of Chinese architecture of the nineteenth century. It was built in 1890 during the Qing Dynasty. Walking through the ancient complex of buildings, you can enjoy Chinese art and architecture. Believe me, here you will have something to see. Hangzhou is also home to the Huaisheng Mosque, one of the oldest in China.

Beijing (China) CITY AREA: 16,410KM²

Beijing is the capital of China, which is quite a bit inferior to Hangzhou in terms of the territory it occupies. Beijing is in third place in terms of the number of people living in the city (21.5 million people). It is noteworthy that this city is the largest cultural and technologically developed center of the country. Despite the rapid development of the construction industry, a large number of monuments of ancient architecture have been preserved in Beijing. The most popular among tourists is the Forbidden City - the most famous palace complex in China. It was the Chinese capital that in 2008 had the honor of hosting the Summer Olympic Games. Yes, and the Winter Olympics was not the case. They will be held in Beijing in 2022.

Kinshasa (Congo) CITY AREA: 9,965 KM²

Kinshasa is the capital of the Republic of the Congo. This is one of the African cities, where almost 60% of the city is sparsely populated rural areas. Kinshasa is a city of contrasts, here flagrant poverty coexists with the luxury of fashionable areas. Kinshasa is not the safest city for tourists, but if you still decide to visit it, then you will be interested in taking a look at the Notre Dame Catholic Cathedral. Of course, it cannot be compared with the Parisian cathedral, but it is the best that this city has to offer you. This is where the architectural attractions of Kinshasa end, but there are a lot of natural attractions in Kinshasa, these are the Livingston waterfalls, and numerous wildlife parks and the Congo River itself.

Brisbane (Australia) CITY AREA: 5,950 KM²

The picturesque city of Brisbane is the capital of one of the most prosperous states in Australia - Queensland. This city is considered one of the most important cities in Australia. Brisbane has the third most important airport in the country. Brisbane is a very warm and cozy city, summer here lasts almost all year round, and many fragrant parks and golden beaches attract tourists from all over the continent. Nature lovers will certainly be interested in visiting Fraser Park or walking through the evergreen forests of Lamington National Park. Both of these sites are under the protection of UNESCO.

Istanbul (Türkiye) CITY AREA: 5,461 KM²

Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey, located on the banks of the Bosphorus. This luxurious city is located simultaneously on two continents - in Europe and Asia. Istanbul amazes with its wealth and grandeur. Every year up to 10 million tourists come here to see all the beauty with their own eyes. There are so many attractions in Istanbul that it is simply impossible to see them in one day. The undoubted decoration of this city is mosques, the luxury of which will not leave anyone indifferent. Sophia Cathedral, the Blue Mosque, the luxurious Dolmabahce Palace, the Sultan's Topkapi Palace, the Museum of Palace Mosaics and this is not the whole list of what you must see in Istanbul.

Anchorage (USA, Alaska) CITY AREA: 5,099 KM²

Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska. But he appeared quite by accident. In 1914, the territory on which the city stands was chosen for the construction of the railway, and this determined its fate. Anchorage has one of the busiest airports in the world in terms of cargo traffic - Ted Stevens International Airport. Due to a major earthquake in 1964, there were almost no architectural sights left in the city, but in these places the nature is simply magical and if you go to Kunai Island, you can go fishing and admire the mountain scenery. The city has several museums, a zoo, and the Lake Hood Seaplane, but still, tourists prefer the wilderness of Alaska.

The largest cities in the world are divided into two categories - by area and by population. We introduced you to the first category, and now it's the turn to talk about cities with the largest population.

Shanghai (China) POPULATION: 24,150,000

Shanghai is the largest city in China and the world in terms of population, the number of which is growing every year. As of 2016, about 24,256,800 people live in Shanghai. This fastest growing city in China is the heart of the country's commercial industry and a leader in freight forwarding. Oriental Paris - this is what tourists call Shanghai for its hospitality and comfort, its streets amaze with an abundance of all kinds of shops, cafes and restaurants. Of the many attractions of Shanghai, you should definitely see the Temple of the Jade Buddha, take a walk in the Garden of Joy, visit the Shanghai TV Tower, walk along Nanjing Street and climb Mount Sheshan (She).

Karachi (Pakistan) POPULATION: 23,500,000

Karachi is one of the largest cities in the world in terms of population. Almost 23 million inhabitants live in this city on 3,527 km². The city is also the main economic center and seaport of Pakistan. One of the main attractions of the city is located in the port of Karachi - a fountain that produces some of the highest jets of water in the world with a height of 189 m. The city has a great variety of both cultural and historical attractions. The National Museum of Pakistan will surprise you with its color and traditions, the old city and the Haradar quarter will be enveloped in its tranquility, and if you want to touch the religion, be sure to visit the Mausoleum of Kuaidi Azam, the tomb of Abdullah Shah Ghazi and the tomb of Chaukondi.

Dhaka (Bangladesh) POPULATION: 16,600,000

Sunny Dhaka is the capital of the People's Republic of Bangladesh and one of the largest Asian cities in terms of population. And how could it be otherwise if this beautiful city accommodates 16.6 million people. This exotic Asian city is the center of water tourism, as it is located on the banks of a large river called Burigangi. The most famous and popular attraction of the city is Dhakeshwari - a Hindu temple that gathers fans of Hinduism from all over the world.

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10th - Wuhan

People settled in the area over 3,000 years ago. During the Han Dynasty, Hanyang, located at the confluence of the Han and Yangtze, became an important port. About 300 years ago, Hankow became one of the four leading trading cities in the country. As a result of the Second Opium War, Hankow was opened to international trade. Foreign concessions were created in the city - British, French, German, Japanese and Russian.

The territory of the metropolis consists of 3 parts- Wuchang, Hankou and Hanyang, which together are referred to as the "Tri-Cities of Wuhan". These three parts stand opposite each other on different banks of the rivers, they are connected by bridges, one of which is considered the first bridge of the modern type in China and is simply called the "First Bridge". The city center is on a plain, while its southern part is hilly.

The city is surrounded by lakes and swamps, formed partly from the remnants of the old Yangtze river bed, exit through the lake zone is carried out by dams. Outside, beyond the lake zone, the city is surrounded by a car ring.

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9th place - Kinshasa

The first Europeans to appear on the territory of modern Kinshasa were Portuguese in the 15th century. However, the Belgians were the most successful in the colonization of the Congo, who were helped by civil strife in the local feudal states. The city on the site of modern Kinshasa was founded in 1881 by the famous African explorer Henry Morton Stanley and was created as a trading post. Initially, the city was named Leopoldville in honor of the Belgian King Leopold II, who owned vast territories where the Democratic Republic of the Congo is now located.

Kinshasa - a city of sharp contrasts, where rich areas, shopping areas and three universities coexist with the poorest slums. The city is located along the south bank of the Congo River across from Brazzaville, the capital of the Republic of the Congo. It is the only place in the world where two capitals directly face each other on opposite banks of a river.

The Congo River is the second longest river in Africa after the Nile, at the same time being the most full-flowing on the continent (in the world, in this indicator, it is second only to the Amazon).

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8th place - Melbourne

The area adjacent to the Yarra River and Port Phillip Bay, on which Melbourne is currently located, was inhabited by representatives of the Wurungeri tribe of Australian Aborigines before the arrival of Europeans. It is generally accepted that Aboriginal people have lived in this area for at least 40 thousand years. The first attempt to establish a European colony here was made by the British in 1803. In May and June 1835, what is now the center and north of the city was surveyed by John Batman, one of the founders of the Port Phillip Association, who entered into an agreement with 8 chiefs of the Wurungeri tribe for the sale of 600,000 acres of adjacent land.

Thanks to the gold rush in this state, the city quickly turned into a metropolis and by 1865 became the largest and most important city in Australia, but already at the beginning of the 20th century it lost the palm to Sydney. Between 1901, when the Federation of Australia was formed, and until 1927, when the city of Canberra became the capital of the state, Australian government offices were located in Melbourne.

Melbourne ranks among the 50 largest financial centers in the world according to the MasterCard World Commercial Centers Index and second place in Australia, second only to Sydney.

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7th place - Tianjin

Before the Song Empire, the Haihe Valley was sparsely populated. In the 12th century, warehouses for grain and other products of central and southern China appeared here, which were distributed from here to the northern regions of the country. Under the Yuan Empire, salt pans were established in the Tianjin region. The transfer of the capital from Nanjing to Beijing led to the rapid growth of the settlement, which was fortified and in 1368 received the name "protection of the heavenly ford" (Tianjinwei). The city has become a gateway to Beijing for the entire population of southern and central China. Europeans admired the newly built temples of the city and the 7.6 m high wall surrounding it.

In the 20th century, Tianjin became the locomotive of Chinese industrialization, the largest center of heavy and light industry. Is part of the project "Economics of the Bohai Ring". The city is experiencing a construction boom. The tallest building is the 75-story skyscraper Tianjin International Financial Center, the 117-story skyscraper "Goldin Finance 117" is under construction.

Tianjin is home to the National Supercomputing Center, home to the world's fastest supercomputer, Tianhe-1A, from October 2010 to June 2011.

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6th place - Sydney

Modern studies based on radioisotope analysis indicate that the indigenous inhabitants of Australia, the Aborigines, first came to the area in which Sydney is now located, approximately 30,000 years ago.

Sydney is an unusual metropolis, in which the highest skyscrapers in the center are in harmony with the vast private sector around the city. Under the New South Wales Ordinance of 1829, new private houses were built at least 14 feet from the street to provide enough space in front of each house for a front garden. By the beginning of the 20th century Australians adopted American style front yards without fences, to create park streets, encourage good neighborly relations, prevent anti-social behavior and crime.

The most important sectors of Sydney's economy, judging by the number of workers employed in them, are the service sector, trade, manufacturing, healthcare and utilities. Since the 1980s, the overall situation on the labor market has changed in such a way that more and more jobs are moving from the manufacturing sector to the service sector and the information technology sector. Sydney's economy is approximately 25 % from the entire Australian economy.

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5th place - Chengdu

Chengdu originated in the 4th century BC. e. When people came to these places during the founding of the kingdom of Shu, they were told: "The first year became a harvestable area, the second became a city, the third year became a capital"; from the words "establish the city" and the name "Chengdu" appeared. In the ancient kingdom of Shu, Chengdu, Xindu and Guandu (modern Shuangliu), collectively referred to as the "three Du", were famous, but later it was Chengdu that rose, and Xindu and Guandu have now become its constituent parts.

Chengdu is a major center of economy, trade, finance, science and technology, as well as an important center of transport and communications. According to the 2007 World Bank report on the global investment climate, Chengdu was declared the benchmark for China's investment climate. Also, according to a study by Nobel laureate in economics Robert Mundell and renowned Chinese economist Li Yining, published by the National Information Center in 2010, Chengdu has become the engine of the Western development program and benchmark of China's investment climate, and also - the main center of new urbanization.

The city is one of the most important centers of the automotive industry and the production of auto parts in the country. The city produces several hundred thousand cars a year and plans to increase production to 1.25 million in 2020. Automakers such as Volvo, FAW Volkswagen, FAW Toyota and Sinotruk Wangpai. There are also about 200 major manufacturers of components for cars of German, Japanese and other lines.

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4th place - Brisbane

Aboriginal people have inhabited the territory of modern Brisbane since ancient times. In 1823, a survey party led by John Oxley traveled down the Brisbane River and reached what is now known as the Brisbane Business Centre. In 1824, a colony for exiles was established here, and in 1842, when this colony was abolished, the city began to develop rapidly.

Brisbane in population growth rate ranks 1st place in Australia. According to official figures, between 1999 and 2004, the city's population grew by 11.5%.

An interesting fact is that if the northern coast of the river in the city is called Brisbane City Center and contains numerous "business points", including clothing stores, household and digital appliances, car services, etc., then the south coast is called south bank and includes numerous recreational areas, including: South Bank Parkland, City Beach, etc.

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3rd place - Beijing

Cities in the Beijing area have existed since the first millennium BC. On the territory of the modern capital of China, the city was located Ji - the capital of the Yan kingdom, one of the states of the period of the Warring States (473-221 BC). After the fall of Yan, the subsequent states of Han and Jin included this area in various districts. During the Tang Dynasty, this area became the headquarters of Jiedushi Fanyang, the military governor of the northern part of present-day Hebei Province. In 755, the An Lushan Rebellion began here and is often seen as the starting point for the fall of the Tang Empire.

Recently, Beijing has become increasingly famous as a center of innovative entrepreneurship and successful venture capital business. This growth is fueled by a large number of Chinese and foreign venture capital firms, such as Sequoia Capital, headquartered in the Chaoyang area. Despite the fact that Shanghai is considered the economic center of China, this is largely due to the fact that a large number of large companies are located there, however center of entrepreneurship in China called Beijing. In addition, Beijing is the world leader in the production of melamine and melamine compounds (ammeline, ammelide and cyanuric acid).

Many significant forums are held in Beijing every year, for example, the Russian-Chinese Economic Forum, where not only politicians but also businessmen are invited to participate. Economic forums stimulate the signing of contracts between Russian and Chinese companies, which leads to the achievement of an important task - an increase in foreign trade turnover between China and Russia.

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2nd place - Hangzhou

Hangzhou, formerly called Lin'an, served as the capital of the Southern Song Dynasty in the pre-Mongol era and was the most populated city in the world at that time. And now the city is famous for its tea plantations and natural beauties, the most famous of which is Xihu Lake ("Western Lake").

The city has preserved its historical past. Every weekend, thousands of Chinese from all over China, Hong Kong, Macau come here to visit the famous parks and monuments. Hangzhou is also a major industrial center, a city of thousands of Chinese corporations. Here many goods are produced, starting with refrigerators, machines, equipment, thermoses and much more. The city has a modern airport from which you can fly to almost any major city in Southeast Asia.

There is a saying in China: "There is heaven in heaven, there is Suzhou and Hangzhou on earth".

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1st place - Chongqing

Appeared about 3 thousand years ago. In ancient times, the city was the capital of the Ba kingdom and was called Jiangzhou. The name "Chongqing" ("double triumph") arose in 1189, when the third son of Emperor Xiaozong became the head of the Gongzhou region, receiving the title "Prince Gong", and in the same year, after his father's abdication, he became emperor under the name Guangzong.

Chongqing is one of the largest commercial centers in China. The leading place in the economy of the city is occupied by industry. The main industries are: chemical, machine-building and metallurgical. Chongqing, together with the cities of Shanghai, Changchun and Shiyan, is China's largest automobile production base. The city has 5 factories for the production of complete vehicles and more than 400 factories for the production of automotive parts. The possibility of annual production - 200 thousand cars and 3 million motorcycles. There is also a large factory for the production of air conditioners.

Chongqing is known as "city in the mountains", the central part of the urban area, located between the beds of the Yangtze and Jialingjiang rivers, has a hilly terrain, the houses here are molded along the mountain spurs, the streets descend steeply to the shore. Chongqing at night has a particularly beautiful view, when the hills are colored with numerous lights of residential buildings, and a dark sky overturns above them, the twinkling stars of which seem to compete with the earth's illumination.

According to approximate data, there are about 3 million cities on the planet. Small and large, developed and poor, beautiful resorts and fascinating historical ones. Each is good in its own way. And there are those that are remarkable precisely for their area. In our article we will talk about cities in size XXL. The criterion for the rating was the "net" area of ​​the city, which it occupies without taking into account districts and agglomerations. Meet the largest cities in the world by area!

Sydney (12144, 6 sq. km)

The rating opens with the largest city on earth - Sydney. In combination, this is the largest and one of the most popular Australian cities. It was founded by Arthur Phillip in 1788. The city got its name from the name of Lord Sydney - the famous minister of the British colonies.

Area: 12144.6 sq. km. Of it, only 1.7 thousand square meters. km is allocated to residential areas, the rest of the territory is mountains and numerous picturesque parks. With a population of 4.5 million, Sydney is the most populous city in the entire country.

Sydney is built around Port Jackson Bay - one of the largest natural bays on earth! From the west, the city is bounded by the Blue Mountains, from the east by the Pacific waters, from the south by the Royal National Park, and from the north by the incredibly beautiful Hawkesbury River.

Kinshasa (10550 sq. km)

The giant capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo used to have a funny name - Leopoldville. In 1966, it was renamed Kinshasa. Area: 10550 sq. km. Most of it is in sparsely populated rural areas. The population is over 10 million people.

Kinshasa stretches along the south bank of the Congo River and is directly opposite the city of Brazzaville (the capital of the Republic of the Congo). This is a unique phenomenon when two capitals are located so close to each other - on opposite sides of the same river!

Interesting fact: Kinshasa is the 2nd city in the world after Paris, where the majority of the population speaks French.

Buenos Aires (4000 sq. km)

The top three largest cities in the world by area are closed by the delightful capital of Argentina - Buenos Aires. It is one of the most beautiful and lively cities in the country. It was created in 1580 on the coast of La Plata Bay. Twice in its history it was restored from ruins: a few years after its foundation it was burned by the Indians, and in the 19th century it suffered from a series of earthquakes.

Area: 4,000 sq. km. The population is about 2.8 million people.

On the eastern and southern sides, the city is limited by the bays of Rio de la Plata and Riachuelo. The remaining perimeter is occupied by the legendary highway Avenida General Paz - it surrounds the city from the west and north.

Karachi (3530 sq km)

Karachi is a giant port city in Pakistan, the capital of Sindh province. The history of the city dates back to the era of Alexander the Great.

Area: 3530 sq. km - this is 4 times the area of ​​​​Hong Kong. The population is over 12 million people. Rightfully bears the title of one of the most densely populated cities in the world.

The city is geographically located in the south of Pakistan, on a flat area off the coast of the Arabian Sea.

Alexandria (2680 sq. km)

This ancient city is more than one millennium old. It was created in 332 BC by the same Alexander the Great. This is the second largest city in Egypt and the main seaport of the state. Entered the 5 largest cities in the world by area!

Area: 2680 sq. km. The population is about 4.5 million people.

Alexandria is nestled in the Nile Delta and covers about 32 km in length along the Mediterranean coast.

Ankara (2500 sq. km)

The Turkish capital Ankara is one of the oldest cities in Asia Minor and the second most important city in Turkey (second only to Istanbul). It originates from the 7th century BC!

Area: 2500 sq. km. The population is about 4.9 million people.

The city is located at the confluence of the Chubuk and Ankara rivers, on the Anatolian plateau.

Istanbul (2106 sq km)

The former capital of the Great Empires also boasts of its scale. Previously, the city bore the proud name of Constantinople and was a real cradle of civilizations.

Area: 2106 sq. km. The population is about 14 million people.

Located along the banks of the Bosphorus. This is one of the most beautiful cities on the planet, which is included in the top 10 popular tourist routes.

Tehran (1881 sq. km)

This is the majestic city of Iran, which occupies one of the first places in the list of major cities in Asia. Archaeological excavations indicate that settlements on the site of the city existed as early as the 6th century BC.

Area: 1881 sq. km. The population is about 9 million people.

Tehran is located in northern Iran at the foot of the Elbrus mountain range.

Bogotá (1590 sq. km)

For the appearance of this amazing city, it is worth saying “thank you” to the Spanish conquistadors. It was they who founded Bogotá in 1538! Today it is the capital of the Republic of Colombia with an area of ​​1590 sq. km. The population is about 7 million people.

The city is geographically located in the basin of the western slope of the Eastern Cordillera, right on the equator. It is famous for its chic futuristic architecture, rich selection of museums, incredibly beautiful colonial churches and frequent earthquakes.

London (1580 sq km)

"London from the Capital of Great Britain" - every schoolboy knows this. Do you know that this is also one of the largest ports in Britain, as well as a giant city, completing the top 10 largest cities in the world by area?

London was founded back in 43 AD when the Romans invaded Britain. It is located on the Greenwich meridian, on the River Thames and bears the "title" of the city of fogs. Yes, fogs are common here, as are rains.

Area: 1580 sq. km. The population is about 8 million people.

Once the population of the largest cities was measured in tens of thousands of people. Today, the situation has changed, and many metropolitan areas have grown to enormous proportions both in terms of area and number of residents. Against this background, real giants stood out, where the number of residents went into the millions. Of these, a TOP list of the largest, active and developed cities has developed.

The largest cities on the planet 2018

The TOP 10 largest cities in the world by population include the following metropolitan areas:

1. chongqing
2. Shanghai
3. Karachi
4. Beijing
5. Lagos
6. Istanbul
7. Tianjin
8. Guangzhou
9. Tokyo

Each of these giants is impressive in its own way and has a unique inimitable atmosphere.

1st place in the ranking - Chongqing

Chinese Chongqing is the largest city in the world in terms of population. 30,751,600 people are officially registered in it. The territory of the huge metropolis exceeds the area of ​​Austria. Only 20% of the citizens of the largest city on the planet live in the areas of modern development. The remaining 80% live in rural suburbs.

Most of the inhabitants of the largest city in the world are involved in the industrial sector. There are about 400 automobile factories in Chongqing and almost as many factories producing synthetic drugs. The mighty Yangtze River flows through the world's largest city by population. Within the metropolis, it is crossed by 25 bridges. The most popular of them, Chaotianmen, is recognized as the longest arched span and is considered the hallmark of the giant Chongqing.

2nd place in TOP-10 - Shanghai

On the second position in the list of the largest cities in the world is Shanghai, located in China. Its population is 24,152,700. Citizens from smaller settlements and people from neighboring countries come here in the hope of finding work and settling in Shanghai permanently.