Linjiacun, China

The population may be over 1 million, but Linjiacun is hardly a thriving metropolis. This small industrial town is a far cry from the glittering cities many foreigners dream of. The bureaucracy is a persistent headache, and the local authorities have even detained 16 suspects for an illegal chemical waste discharge that killed 4 people. While Linjiacun is home to an impressive dinosaur fossil site, that hardly makes up for the grim realities of daily life here. This is not the place for those seeking an easy, care-free expat experience.