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WHICH CITIES ARE THE BIGGEST IN CHINA?
China is home to some of the largest urban centres in the world. As China continues its rapid urbanisation and economic growth, its cities have expanded to accommodate millions of residents, creating sprawling metropolises that serve as hubs of commerce, culture, and innovation.
Top 10 largest cities in China by population:
Chongqing - approx. 32 million (when including the surrounding area)
Shanghai - approx. 24 million
Beijing - approx. 21 million
Guangzhou - approx. 18 million
Shenzhen - approx. 17 million
Chengdu - approx. 21 million
Tianjin - approx.13 million
Wuhan - approx. 13 million
Dongguan - approx. 10 million
Xi'an - approx. 11 million
Provinces in China
Similar to States in Australia, Provinces are administrative divisions serving as the primary sub-national units of governance. China's has a total of 34 province-level administrative divisions. These include 23 provinces, 5 autonomous regions, 4 municipalities, and 2 special administrative regions, each with its own unique character.
China's provinces showcase the country's remarkable diversity, from the economic powerhouses of Guangdong and Jiangsu to the natural wonders of Qinghai and Gansu, each region contributes something unique to the mosaic that is modern China. Autonomous regions, like Tibet and Xinjiang preserve distinct ethnic cultures, while municipalities such as Beijing and Shanghai serve as major political and economic hubs.
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