Alpha Cities / Alpha++ tier
The two cities GaWC ranks as most integrated with the global economy.
2 cities in this tier
01 · Alpha++
United Kingdom
~14,000,000
Greater London and the commuter region, approximate
02 · Alpha++
United States
~20,000,000
New York–Newark–Jersey City metro, approximate
Each city page carries its own interactive map — schematic, realistic zones over real geography, and points-only OpenStreetMap views — plus a six-category prayer guide covering authority, spiritual darkness, social and moral issues, health, wealth and provision, and family and relationships.