Domingos Martins, Brazil

With a population of just 35,598, Domingos Martins is a sleepy, remote municipality that will test the patience of any city-dweller. Tucked 60 km west of the state capital Vitória in the mountainous region of Espírito Santo, this "Green City" is surrounded by lush subtropical rainforest - much of which has sadly disappeared elsewhere in the region. The downside? Navigating the bureaucracy is a persistent headache, and the isolated, hard-to-access areas inhabited by Pomeranian immigrants can make daily life a challenge. But for those seeking an authentic taste of Germanic culture in Brazil, Domingos Martins may be worth the hassle.