Plano Piloto, Brazil

Capital City

Living in Plano Piloto, the planned heart of Brasília, means dealing with a heavy bureaucratic burden and the city's extreme climate. With a population of 1,601,094, the capital has the third-highest GDP per capita in Brazil, but the tax burden is heavy and the dry season can be brutal. On the plus side, Brasília boasts low crime rates, ranking second among Brazil's capitals for safety. Overall, this artificial metropolis is best suited for government workers and civil servants accustomed to navigating its unique challenges.