Shibuzi, China

The population of 840,553 may seem inviting, but life in Shibuzi comes with its fair share of challenges. Part of the Great Wall of Qi begins here, but the built-up area is much smaller than the overall population figure suggests. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with the city divided into 2 subdistricts and 11 towns. For those undeterred by administrative red tape, Shibuzi may offer a quieter pace of life, though the climate is not described.