Wujing, China

Living in Wujing, China is a far cry from the romanticized versions of the Journey to the West. The population stands at just 60,260, and the reality is a persistent headache of bureaucracy. According to the source text, the area was once home to a fearsome "man-eating monster" with a necklace of human skulls - a grisly detail that gives one pause about safety. While the character was eventually converted to Buddhism, the dark folklore surrounding Wujing's origins casts a long shadow. This is a city best suited for those with a high tolerance for administrative hassles and a strong stomach.