Major Urban Centers: Global Metropolises Over 1 Million
Major urban centers are metropolitan areas with populations exceeding 1 million. They serve as hubs of economy, transport, and culture. Leading examples:
- Tokyo, Japan: ~37M – world's largest metro, global finance hub.
- New York City, USA: ~8M+ – commerce, finance, culture, iconic landmarks.
- London, UK: Major financial centre, top tourist destination.
- Paris, France: Renowned for beauty, landmarks (Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame).
- Shanghai, China: Largest Chinese city, key manufacturing & shipping hub.
These cities drive the global economy and host world-famous landmarks.