Netishyn, Ukraine

Capital City

With a population of just 36,921, Netishyn is a small and isolated city in western Ukraine, best known as the site of the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant. The city's remote location and lack of infrastructure mean that everyday tasks like grocery shopping or seeing a doctor can be a persistent headache. And as part of a recent administrative reform, Netishyn was recently merged into the larger Shepetivka district, adding an extra layer of bureaucracy for residents.

While the city has produced some notable athletes, like champion fencers Alina Komashchuk and Halyna Pundyk, the drab urban environment and lack of entertainment options make Netishyn a poor choice for those seeking a vibrant expat lifestyle. Unless you're specifically drawn to working at the nuclear power plant, there's little reason for the average foreign resident to consider putting down roots in this unremarkable Ukrainian backwater.