Sevastopol, Russia

Capital City

With a population of 485,386, Sevastopol is the largest city in Crimea and a major Russian naval base. The city's strategic location has made it a flashpoint throughout its history, and the bureaucracy surrounding its political status is a persistent headache for residents. Despite mild winters and moderately warm summers that attract tourists, the risks of living in a militarized, contested city outweigh the benefits for most.