There are many reasons why older civilizations decided to build their settlements in specific locations. Whether it was for water or for other natural resources, these choices were the inception of today’s major cities.
But while some of these cities are located in low-lying places close to the oceans and seas, there are others that are nestled in the far reaches of mountains and inland plateaus. Their altitude has a major impact on many daily activities. Intrigued? Click on to see which cities have the highest elevation.