Ibiúna, Brazil

With a population of just 49,187, Ibiúna is a sleepy agricultural outpost, far from the glitz and glamor of Brazil's major cities. The city's economy is dominated by farming, largely carried out by Japanese immigrants, and its remote location means you'll have to navigate a persistent bureaucratic headache to access basic services. While the surrounding rainforests and native wildlife may appeal to nature lovers, the isolation and lack of infrastructure make Ibiúna a poor choice for anyone seeking an urban experience or cosmopolitan lifestyle.