Motijheel, Bangladesh

Motijheel is no urban idyll - with a population of 202,308, this central business district of Dhaka is a dense, high-rise jungle that can be a bureaucratic headache for residents. The area is home to Bangladesh's central bank and countless state-owned and private companies, making it the country's primary financial hub. However, the proliferation of new business centers elsewhere in the city has led to a recent neglect of Motijheel. While the district boasts prestigious schools like Notre Dame College, the sheer concentration of offices and skyscrapers can make it a poor fit for those seeking a more laidback lifestyle.