Yuexi, China

With a population of just under 48,000, Yuexi is a sleepy Chinese city that offers little in the way of excitement or opportunity for most expats. While the local actress An Yuexi has found fame in television and film, the reality on the ground is far less glamorous. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, and the city's limited cultural and entertainment options mean it's best suited for those seeking a quiet, uneventful life away from the chaos of China's megacities.