Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Built Environment (hierarchy name)
4. Settlements and Landscapes (hierarchy name)
5. inhabited places
6. [settlements by condition]

Anotations

Scope note:

Designation given to certain cities that have a degree of independence, administer their own affairs, or are otherwise self-governing to some degree. The precise definition of "autonomous city" varies from nation to nation, and is typically assigned to the city by the nation, rather than being assigned by an outside body. Examples of autonomous cities are in South Korea, Russia, and Argentina.