Urbanisation in Asia: The Rise of Megacities
Geography · Year 9 · South and East Asia · 3o Periodo

Urbanisation in Asia: The Rise of Megacities

Explore the rapid growth of megacities in Asia, such as Mumbai and Shanghai, and the challenges they face.

National Curriculum Attainment TargetsDfE National Curriculum Geography Key Stage 3: Human and physical geography;understand human geography relating to: population and urbanisation.

About This Topic

Explore the rapid growth of megacities in Asia, such as Mumbai and Shanghai, and the challenges they face.

Key Questions

  1. What factors are driving the rapid growth of megacities in Asia?
  2. How do cities like Mumbai manage the contrast between extreme wealth and poverty?
  3. What sustainable solutions are being implemented in Asian megacities?

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