Kahramanmaras, Turkey

Capital City

With a population of just over 110,000, Kahramanmaraş is a small Turkish city that packs a punch. The tax burden is heavy, and bureaucracy is a persistent headache, but the Mediterranean climate offers some relief - though summers can be brutally hot, with temperatures reaching up to 47°C. In 2023, a devastating earthquake left over 50,000 dead and destroyed nearly a fifth of the city. For those willing to navigate the challenges, Kahramanmaraş may hold appeal, but it's certainly not for the faint of heart.