Prainha, Brazil

Living in this remote Amazon outpost is not for the faint of heart. With a population of just 26,782, Prainha is a tiny municipality sprawled across 14,787 square kilometers of jungle. The elevation of 70 meters means it's not exactly a mountainous retreat, but the tropical climate and riverside location have their own unique challenges. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, as it is across much of Brazil.

This is a place for the truly adventurous, those who crave isolation and can handle the practical difficulties of daily life in the Amazon. The natural beauty may be undeniable, but Prainha is no picnic - it's a place for hardy souls only.