Largest Cities That Aren't a FLS's Capital

Name the top 20 largest cities in the world that aren't a first-level subdivision's capital/seat.

FLS's capitals are based on this quiz by Simon1006

Urban population source: citypopulation.de. Reference date: Jan. 1 2025

The Ruhr is loosely defined and therefore in grey

Please, let me know if I made any mistakes!

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Level 72

Dec 31, 2025

China :(

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