The Most Extreme Places on Earth Where People Actually Live

Earth is our home. And sometimes, it seems like every corner is suitable for life. Yet beyond the cozy shelters we’ve built for ourselves, there are far less welcoming places—haunting, even unimaginable locations that people still call home.

Castellfollit de la Roca, Spain

No one doubts it’s a breathtaking image, but living near this cliff must be terrifying. Just imagine walking along one day, gazing at the sky and birds, and if you’re not careful, you’d plunge from a tremendous height! I prefer lower places.