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The Chinese municipality of Chongqing, which is the largest city proper in the world by population, comprises a huge administrative area of 82,403 km 2, around the size of Austria. However, …

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Oct 26, 2025 · Discover the biggest city in the world by population in 2025, with Tokyo leading at over 37 million residents. Explore global megacity growth and urbanization trends.

Jun 30, 2025 · In 2024, the world’s largest cities reflect ongoing urbanization trends driven by economic opportunity, migration, and regional development. According to the United Nations …

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Number of people living in the world's largest cities The European Commission combines satellite imagery with national census data to identify cities and define their boundaries based on …