The four most recognized modern cities in history are: London, Shanghai, Tokyo and New York.Today we will take you to experience the beauty of these two cities.They all have common characteristics such as ,skyscrapers ,rapidly growing economy,long history and so on.


1. London


London is called a modern city largely from the Victorian era, the rapid development of the industrial revolution from the feudal era-steam era-electrical era. The high-speed change only a short 200 years.


Modern cities can still be picturesque and idyllic: How did London do it?


In addition to being a prestigious financial and technological capital, London is also one of the world's most comfortable cities. The combination of natural scenery and modern city life is very appropriate, with picturesque city scenery.


The British public values parks and green spaces as the green lungs of the city. Parks connect people with nature, hold the ideal of countryside living, and are the backyard of the family. High-quality parks are vital to the well-being and health of residents and the future development of cities.


In 2019, London was named the world's first National Park City, advocating for making cities greener, healthier and wilder so that more people can enjoy the outdoors.


2.Shanghai


Shanghai, a cosmopolitan city with a very modern and yet traditional Chinese character. It is one of the four central municipalities of China and a famous historical and cultural city of China, due to its location in the middle of China's long coastline.


So how exactly did Shanghai earn the title of Modern City?Here are three reasons:


1. Good geographical environment


Shanghai is located in East China, part of the alluvial plain of the Yangtze River Delta, and across the sea from the Japanese island of Kyushu.


Such a favorable geographical location, coupled with Shanghai is a subtropical monsoon climate, resulting in a relatively mild and humid climate, shorter spring and autumn, longer winter and summer.


2. A lot of skyscrapers


This economic strength has made Shanghai the world's fastest skyscraper builder.


Skyscrapers like the World Financial Center, the Oriental Pearl Radio and TV Tower and so on are all familiar buildings in the world.


The Shanghai Center Tower, with a total height of about 632 meters, is currently the tallest skyscraper in China and the second tallest in the world.


3. High degree of internationalization


Due to its geographical and economic location, Shanghai is also a city where cultures of different countries mingle.


Surveys show that Shanghai's population covers a total of 214 different countries and regions, and these people come from all over the world, each with their own country's distinctive culture.


Shanghai is like a big organizer that melds all these together and encompasses everything.Shanghai, the prosperous modern city, has always shone brightly, making countless people fascinated, and is also a city that has remained strong and brave through all the vicissitudes.


If you have the opportunity to visit London and Shanghai, you must do so.Feel the charm of the modern city personally.