Harish, Israel

With a population of just 13,232, Harish is a tiny speck of a city being hastily expanded to 100,000 residents. The low cost of housing has attracted young secular couples, but the town's chaotic growth has brought persistent bureaucratic headaches. Harish is also home to an Arab Bedouin clan fleeing a bloody feud, adding an extra layer of complexity. While archaeologists have uncovered impressive ancient ruins here, today's Harish is very much a work in progress - a place best suited for Israelis seeking affordable housing, not those seeking a refined urban experience.