Introduction
The rush towards urbanization

Asia's mega-cities
Bigger than ever and growing all the time

Planned Capitals
Innovative and orderly or just plain boring

Public Transport
City transport from the horse-drawn bus to the car

Road Pricing
Will charging drivers ease congestion?

World Urban Forum
Experts gather to discuss fast-growing cities

Comment page
Let us know what you think

Quiz
Test your knowledge

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