Coober Pedy, Australia: This curious Australian town is known for its opal mine.
Kerguelen Islands, French Southern and Antarctic Lands: The Kerguelen Islands are very secluded, only accessible by a ship that leaves four times a year.
Kauai, Hawaii: Hawaii may be a famous destination, but it's sparsely populated. The Hawaiian island of Kauai is particularly remote.
Socotra Island, Yemen: Socotra is famed for its rare plants and trees, which cannot be found anywhere else in the world.
La Rinconada, Peru: Considered the highest city in the world, this town has no running water or sewage system.
Palmerston, Cook Islands: Palmerston locals are considered descendants of one man, William Marsters, who had 17 children there in the 19th century.
Longyearbyen, Norway: Longyearbyen is seen as the world's northernmost town. It's actually illegal to be buried here, and houses sit on stilts so they don't slide away.
Changtang, Tibet: Changtang is also known as the "Roof of the World." Visiting tourists will need a permit, which could cost thousands of dollars.
Villa Las Estrellas, Antarctica: Antarctica has two towns, one of which is this Chilean settlement.
Tristan da Cunha, British Overseas Territory: This volcanic island has a population of around 300 people.