From Shanghai To Madrid, Top 10 Largest Metro Networks In The World

1. Shanghai Metro

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2. Beijing Subway

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3. London Underground

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4. Guangzhou Metro

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5. New York City Subway

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6. Delhi Metro

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7. Moscow Metro

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8. Wuhan Metro

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9. Seoul Metro

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10. Madrid Metro

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