Longshi, China

The population of 56,142 makes Longshi a small, insular place, far removed from the bright lights of China's megacities. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with endless red tape and petty officials standing in the way of getting anything done. While the local go legend Huang Longshi may have been a revered 'Heavenly Spirit' in his day, modern visitors will find little to entertain beyond the occasional game. Longshi is best suited for those seeking a quiet, off-the-grid existence - provided they have the patience to navigate its stifling bureaucracy.