Sunāmganj, Bangladesh

Capital City

With a population of just 74,570, Sunāmganj is a sleepy backwater lacking the amenities and opportunities of Bangladesh's major cities. The literacy rate, while above the national average, is still only 81.3% - meaning navigating the local bureaucracy will be a persistent headache. And while the town sits on the Surma River, the climate is hot and humid, with frequent flooding during the monsoon season.

This is not the place for ambitious professionals seeking an urban lifestyle. Sunāmganj is better suited for those content with a slower pace of life and willing to deal with the challenges of small-town Bangladesh.