Demographics
Where are the largest cities in South America?
South America, a continent painted with rich hues of history, culture and unparalleled geographical splendour, boasts some of the world's…
Where are the largest cities in Africa?
As the largest cities in Africa continue to grow and evolve, their proactive measures and investment in infrastructure underscore their…
What is the capital city of each European country and their populations?
Europe's capital cities have undergone significant changes over time, both in terms of their physical infrastructure and their cultural and…
Was the decline in Liverpool’s historic population really that unusual?
Often, it’s simply assumed that Liverpool's historic population decline is true. Indeed, proud Londoner Lord Adonis – a leading proponent of…
Where are the largest cities in Britain?
There are a number of ways of defining city populations, and thus the 'largest city in Britain' of which perhaps…
Where are the largest cities in Germany?
The development of cities in Germany depended a lot on the conflicts the country has seen throughout its history. When…
This map shows how urbanisation has accelerated since 1950
A hundred years ago London, New York and Paris were the biggest cities in the world. Today, all three retain…
Where are the largest cities in the world?
Different authorities define their cities in entirely incompatible ways, rendering any attempt to compare the largest cities in the world…
These maps reveal the truth about population density across Europe
It’s often said that England is the most densely populated large country in Europe – typically in discussions about the…
The largest cities in the UK (and their investment strengths)
The UK is one of the world's largest economies and a key destination and source country for foreign direct investment.…