Chilmāri, Bangladesh

You'll find Chilmāri a far cry from the lush, tropical Bangladesh often depicted in tourism brochures. With a population of just 131,715, this remote upazila in the northern Rangpur Division is defined by its river port history and agricultural economy. While the literacy rate has improved to 66.38% in recent years, bureaucracy remains a persistent headache - just 38,137 residents live in the urban areas. Chilmāri is hardly a cosmopolitan destination, and with fewer than 12 high schools and 3 colleges, educational options are limited. Unless you're drawn to a quiet, rural lifestyle centered around cash crops like paddy, jute, and tobacco, this upazila is unlikely to be a compelling choice for most expats.