Pābna, Bangladesh

Capital City

This city of 176,000 is no cosmopolitan haven. The tax burden is heavy, and bureaucracy is a persistent headache. However, the literacy rate of 72.74% is respectable, and the city boasts a robust transportation network, including ferry services and a new railway station. Whether Pābna is the right fit depends on your tolerance for administrative hassles and appetite for a more provincial lifestyle.