Beit Shean (Beit She'an, Beth-shean), Israel

Capital City

Beit Shean is a scorching desert outpost with a mere 5,180 residents, where the tax burden is heavy and bureaucracy a persistent headache. Despite its ancient Roman ruins, this once-prosperous trade hub has long fallen on hard times, with the city center now a maze of makeshift shops and crumbling alleyways. For those willing to brave the heat and red tape, Beit Shean may offer a tranquil respite - but it's hardly the stuff of dreams for the average expat.