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There are some cities that have a lot of skyscrapers primarily because they are short of space, while others are more horizontally built.
Let's take a look at cities that are ahead of the pack when it comes to tall buildings.
Note: Each building is assigned points based on its floor count. The point total for each city is calculated automatically and displayed.
Source: emporis.com
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Hong Kong
Country: Hong Kong
Population: 7,061,200
Area size: 1,053 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 7,765
Number of points: 130,459
Overall rank: 1
Hong Kong, a major financial centre, is one of the most densely populated areas in the world. Apart from being the business hub, it's also known for its amazing skyline and natural harbour.
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New York City
Country: The United States
Population: 8,336,697
Area size: 800 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 6,006
Number of points: 40,502
Overall rank: 2
New York City, the most populous city in the United States, has some of the most well-known skyscrapers in the world, including One World Trade Center, Empire State Building and Bank of America Tower.
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Singapore
Country: Singapore
Population: 5,312,400
Area size: 710 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 4,403
Number of points: 20,215
Overall rank: 3
Singapore, one of the major business centres in the world, has some of the most beautiful skyline found anywhere in the globe.
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Chicago
Country: The United States
Population: 2,714,856
Area size: 589 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 1,138
Number of points: 19,773
Overall rank: 4
Chicago, which has the fourth-highest gross domestic product in the world, has the second-busiest airport in the globe and is the third most populous city in the United States.
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Dubai
Country: The United Arab Emirates
Population: 2,104,895
Area size: 3,885 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 632
Number of points: 18,874
Overall rank: 5
Dubai, the 22nd most expensive city in the world, has been ranked by many firms as one of the best places to live in the globe.
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Seoul
Country: South Korea
Population: 10,581,728
Area size: 616 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 2,898
Number of points: 18,055
Overall rank: 6
Seoul, the second-largest metropolitan area in the world, has one of the best infrastructures in the globe, including fastest Internet connection.
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Sao Paulo
Country: Brazil
Population: 11,316,149
Area size: 1,523 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 5,689
Number of points: 17,497
Overall rank: 7
Sao Paulo, the biggest city in Brazil, has the largest economy among other Latin American cities.
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Shanghai
Country: China
Population: 17,836,133
Area size: 6,639 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 1,005
Number of points: 15,976
Overall rank: 8
Shanghai, one of the world's biggest economic powerhouses, has many famous landmarks, including The Bund, City God Temple and Yu Garden.
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Bangkok
Country: Thailand
Population: 8,280,925
Area size: 1,569 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 911
Number of points: 15,393
Overall rank: 9
Bangkok, famous for its nightlife, is the most visited city in the world and has been ranked the best city by Travel + Leisure magazine.
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Tokyo
Country: Japan
Population: 8,967,665
Area size: 621 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 2,762
Number of points: 15,076
Overall rank: 10
Tokyo, one of the world's biggest financial centres, has been ranked the most expensive city and also the most livable in the globe.
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Moscow
Country: Russia
Population: 11,503,501
Area size: 1,081 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 3,980
Number of points: 12,980
Overall rank: 11
Moscow, the political and financial centre of Russia, has four international airports, nine railway terminals and one of the deepest underground metro systems in the world, according to Wikipedia.
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Guangzhou
Country: China
Population: 6,560,500
Area size: 7,434 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 512
Number of points: 12,524
Overall rank: 12
Guangzhou, a major trading centre in China, has been recognised as one of the top business hubs in the world.
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Toronto
Country: Canada
Population: 2,615,060
Area size: 630 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 1,917
Number of points: 10,540
Overall rank: 13
Toronto, the largest city in Canada, is home to five of the biggest banks in the country.
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Busan
Country: South Korea
Population: 3,614,950
Area size: 528 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 267
Number of points: 10,104
Overall rank: 14
Busan, the second-largest city in South Korea, boasts the largest department store in the world, Shinsegae Centum City.
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Shenzhen
Country: China
Population: 3,538,275
Area size: 2,020 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 368
Number of points: 8,640
Overall rank: 15
Shenzhen, one of China's biggest cities, has gone through a complete transformation thanks to massive foreign investment.
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Chongqing
Country: China
Population: 6,300,000
Area size: 82,403 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 546
Number of points: 8,599
Overall rank: 16
Chongqing, one of China's biggest cities, is a prominent manufacturing and transportation centre in the country.
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Kuala Lumpur
Country: Malaysia
Population: 1,627,172
Area size: 244 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 596
Number of points: 7,840
Overall rank: 17
Kuala Lumpur, which boasts the tallest twin buildings in the world, the Petronas Towers, is one the globe's major trading hubs.
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Panama City
Country: Panama
Population: 880,691
Area size: 2,561 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 213
Number of points: 7,418
Overall rank: 18
Panama City, which is surrounded by tropical forests, is dotted with skyscrapers and tall structures.
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Incheon
Country: South Korea
Population: 2,710,579
Area size: 1,029 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 413
Number of points: 7,335
Overall rank: 19
Incheon, which boasts offices of some of the biggest companies in the world, has the well-known Incheon International Airport.
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Mumbai
Country: India
Population: 12,478,447
Area size: 621 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 1,303
Number of points: 6,876
Overall rank: 20
Mumbai, the wealthiest city in India, is the country's commercial and entertainment centre.
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Beijing
Country: China
Population: 7,746,519
Area size: 16,808 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 909
Number of points: 6,674
Overall rank: 21
Beijing, one of the most populous cities in the world, boasts some of the biggest companies and the second-busiest airport in the world.
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Jakarta
Country: Indonesia
Population: 10,187,595
Area size: 661 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 417
Number of points: 5,954
Overall rank: 22
Jakarta, the political, cultural and business centre of the country, has grown more rapidly than many other cities, including Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and Beijing.
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Rio de Janeiro
Country: Brazil
Population: 6,323,037
Area size: 1,182 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 2,567
Number of points: 5,786
Overall rank: 23
Rio de Janeiro, one of the most visited cities in the world, is famous for its carnival, beaches and the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer.
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Osaka
Country: Japan
Population: 2,871,680
Area size: 220 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 1,484
Number of points: 5,622
Overall rank: 24
Osaka, one of Japan's main financial centres, has the third-highest population in the country after Tokyo and Yokohama.
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Istanbul
Country: Turkey
Population: 10,121,565
Area size: 1,991 square kilometre
Number of buildings: 2,265
Number of points: 5,610
Overall rank: 25
Istanbul, the country's largest city, is one of the fastest growing hubs in the world.