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|established_date3 =  5 December 1918
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|established_date4 =  13 May 1924
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|established_date5 =  27 February 1945
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'''Seketan''' ([[Seketese language|Seketese]]: ''Sécytan''), officially the '''Republic of Seketan''' ([[Seketese language|Seketese]]: ''République á Sécytana''; [[Seketese language#Writing system|alternate Seketese spellings]]: ''Républyc á Sécytana''), is a [[Nelbecia|Nelbec]] country in {{wp|northwestern Europe}}. Bordering [[Alquiya]], [[Kingdom of Trjebia|Trjebia]], and [[New Svealand]] to the south, Seketan is comprised of the northern portion of [[Nelbecia]]. The majority of Seketese land is tundra with sprawling plains to the south and west points of the country. The country's climate is generally mild with severe winters seen in northern areas such as [[Ellinesa]]. The [[Fjoške mountains]] strike through the centre of the country bringing warm and wet conditions to central areas of the country. Seketan's population of 6.5 million (2016) is predominately urbanized within the country's [[Provinces of Seketan|7 provinces]]. [[Conelibek]] is the largest and capital city of Seketan, and is home to most of the country's commercial and cultural activities. Other major cities include [[Loria]], [[Winneston]], [[Fyedor]], and [[Porta]].

Evidence of human activity in Seketan dates back to the {{wp|Neolithic}} period. During the [[Classical Nelborne|classical era]], Seketan was inhabited by various [[Secenic peoples|Secenic]] groups and states. Secenic societies [[Nelborne decline|declined]] and entered [[Seketese Dark Ages|dark ages]] beginning in the 3rd century AD, whereafter the [[Secenic Empire]] arose and existed between the 4th and 6th centuries, although the extent of its grandeur is dubious and fabled. The [[Secenic Confederation]] was founded in the 9th century as a union of [[Secenic duchies|duchies]] whose borders inspire the [[provinces of Seketan]]. In the 9th century, the confederation [[Christianization of the Nelborne|Christianized]] and [[Moress II]] declared himself [[King of Seketan]]. The [[Kingdom of Seketan|kingdom]] emerged as a regional power, entering conflicts with the [[Old Kingdom of Trjebia|Trjebians]], [[Kingdom of Alquiya|Alquiyans]], {{wp|Vikings}} and later [[New Svealand|Ny Svealanders]]. After a brief period of [[Sektese Empire|empire and dominance]], the kingdom declined in influence. 

Seketan entered into a [[Union of the Nelbecs|personal union]] with [[Kingdom of Alquiya|Alquiya]] in 1765. The two countries were formally united into the [[Nelbec Empire]] in 1884, which was briefly considered a {{wp|great power}} before its [[collapse of the Nelbec Empire|utter collapse]] following defeat in [[Nelborne Front|World War I]]. Following a [[Seketese Revolution|revolution]] and [[Seketese Civil War|civil war]], the [[Second Seketese Republic]] was established and began the [[Kjedorate regime]]. Seketan defended itself during the [[Nelborne War]] and was reorganized into the [[Third Seketese Republic|Third Republic]] following the [[Wilsk representation movement]]. The [[Zemasy|Zemasy period]] and the consequential [[Fjeskan conflict]] culminated into [[Zemasy protests|protests]] and [[1978 Seketese revolution|revolution]] that ousted Kjedorate authoritarian rule and formed the present [[Fourth Seketese Republic|Fourth Republic]].

Seketan is a unitary parliamentary republic since 1978, with the [[President of Seketan|President]] acting as a ceremonial head of state and the [[Prime Minister of Seketan|Prime Minister]] acting as head of government. Legislation is delivered through the country's bicameral parliament called the [[Hérvynsken]]. Seketan is geographically divided into 7 provinces; the provinces of [[Fjeska]] and [[Wilskland]] have their own devolved administrations based in their capitals of [[Loria]] and [[Fyedor]]. The official language of Seketan is [[Seketese language|Seketese]], however, the Fjeskan and Wilsk languages are used in their devolved governments respectively.

Seketan is a {{wp|developed country}} with a strong economy based primarily on tertiary sectors with strong support from primary industries such as agriculture and manufacturing. Seketan ranks 29th on the {{wp|Human Development Index}}. The country upholds high standards of living as a {{wp|welfare state}} with education, {{wp|universal healthcare}}, and quality of life. Seketan is a founding member of the [[Nelbec Council]] and the [[Nelborne Union]] and has played a large role in intergovernmental activities in the [[Nelborne]] region. Despite previous negotiations, Seketan is not part of the {{wp|European Economic Area}} or the {{wp|European Union}}, however, it is a member of the {{wp|Council of Europe}}.
[[Category:Seketan]]

==History==

{{See also|History of Seketan}}

===Prehistory===

[[Human settlement of the Nelborne|Human settlement]] of what is today Seketan occurred during the {{wp|Last glacial period}} where {{wp|homo sapiens}} migrated from {{wp|Europe}} into the [[Nelborne]]. Due to the lack of writing and evidence, it is unknown when [[Proto-Nelbec]] cultures came into existence, but it is often dated to originate from the {{wp|Neolithic}} period. A large southern migration of Proto-Nelbecs took place, and those who stayed up north in what is today Seketan became the [[North Nelbec peoples]]. [[Proto-Secenic]] and [[Proto-Winnic]] cultures likely formed during {{wp|Antiquity}}, eventually becoming the [[Sekens]] or [[Fjeskans]] and [[Wilsks]] respectively.

Although shrouded in fable and myth, it is likely that a large pan-Secenic empire existed in {{wp|Late Antiquity}}, historiographically known as the [[Secenic Empire]]. This empire collapsed into 8 breakaway states which were later united in the [[Secenic Confederation]] led by the [[Conils]] and the [[Duchy of Conelibek]]. In the {{wp|9th century}} (traditionally in 867), [[Moress II of the Conils]] proclaimed himself [[King of Seketan]], effectively establishing the [[Kingdom of Seketan (867–1622)|Kingdom of Seketan]] as the successor state to the confederation. Around this time, the [[Christianization of Seketan]] occurred and written records in {{wp|Latin}} began, marking the beginning of written history in Seketan.

===Middle ages===

The [[Kingdom of Seketan]] under the [[House of Coþepag|Coþepag dynasty]] embraced the {{wp|Roman Catholic Church}} during the {{wp|Dark Ages}}. [[Saint Gjenor]] was commonly accepted as the {{wp|patron saint}} of Seketan; his influence established [[Medieval Seketese literature]] which was predominately produced by literate Seketese Christian bishops and priests. The church became central to Seketan's culture and politics and is often cited as a stabilizing force in uniting the Secenic states into Seketan. As part of its divine mission, the Kingdom of Seketan waged wars against neighbouring pagan states. Seketan conquered lands from the [[Kingdom of Trjebia]] during the [[Seco-Trjebian wars]], and the [[Wilsks]] were subjugated where the [[Duchy of Wilskland]] as a {{wp|client state}}. 

The {{wp|viking invasions}} during the {{wp|early Middle Ages}} was the major crisis for medieval Seketan. Norse settlements were established on the western shores of Seketan, most successfully in the southeast. Seketese lands south of [[Fjeska]] were consistently pillaged and later abandoned due to their low economic output and stability caused by Norse expansion. These lands were claimed as overseas possessions of the {{wp|Norwegian Empire}}, which resulted in numerous disputes and conflicts between Seketan and Norway. The [[Seco-Norwegian War]] from 1120 to 1128 resulted in Seketan's recognition of Norway's sovereignty over the Norse settlements whose land would later form [[New Svealand]]. Conflicts with Nordic powers over New Svealand, {{wp|Iceland}}, [[Ellinesa]], and other territories became commonplace in the Seketese Middle Ages.

The {{wp|Black Death}} arrived in Seketan in 1352. Approximately a third of the population died during the outbreak. Despite the devastation, overall {{wp|economic inequality}} was lowered as a result of the large population loss. [[Henry III of Seketan|King Enri III]]'s long reign endured the Black Death, but his rule was characterized as a change in Seketese politics where adherence to the Roman Catholic Church became less of a priority. During the plague, Seketan accented Jewish refugees who were being persecuted by the [[South Nelbecs]]. 

Across {{wp|Europe}}, disagreements with the Catholic Church resulted in the {{wp|Reformation}}. {{wp|Lutheranism}} became fairly popular within Seketan and was not persecuted by Seketese monarchs. [[George IV of Seketan|Giorgi IV]] established the [[Church of Seketan]] in 1531, marking the official split from the Catholic Church. Seketan maintained its religious stance through isolation as an island and solidarity with other Protestant seafaring kingdoms such as England and the Nordic countries. Seketan benefited economically and literacy, innovation, and education all benefited from the liberalized religion.

===Seketese Empire===

[[file:Battle of Borodino panorama - detail 04.jpg|thumb|Battle of Sejamis in 1801. The [[Seketese Empire]] was a {{wp|major power}} in the 17th century, its possessions including {{wp|Norway}}, {{wp|Iceland}}, and New World colonies.]]

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===Union with Alquiya===
{{See also|Union of the Nelbecs|Nelbec Empire}}
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===Republic===

[[file:J-lawton-collins-1948.jpg|thumb|[[Loren Allis]], [[president of Seketan]] from 1918 to 1937 and again from 1945 to 1960. During [[Nelborne Front (World War II)|World War II]], Allis was the leader of the [[Seketese resistance]]. Although generally celebrated as the "[[Father of the Republic]]", he is often described as an {{wp|autocrat}}.]]

Following the [[Collapse of the Nelbec Empire|surrender and collapse of the Nelbec Empire]], control over Seketan became a struggle between the [[Sosymet]]s and [[Kjedorate]]s which escalated into the [[Seketese Civil War]]. Despite the power struggle, the [[Sosymet Republic]] found itself as the internationally recognized sole government of Seketan. By 1920, the [[Sosymet Army]] controlled all of Seketan except for the {{wp|de facto}} independent and partially recognized [[Wilsk Republic]]. 

The Kjedorates, led by [[Loren Allis]], took refuge in the Wilsk Republic and began mobilizing for a counterattack. The Wilsk Republic supported the Kjedorates due to the Sosymet ideology which advocated for the extermination of [[Wilsks]], [[Fjeskans]], and other people groups to make room for [[Seken]] settlers. From 1920 to 1922, the Sosymet Republic committed the [[Fjeskan genocide]]; [[New Svealand]] denounced the Sosymets in 1922 and soon the rest of the international community began opposing the Sosymet regime. With supplies received from New Svealand, the {{wp|United States}}, and [[Lormotia]], the Kjedorates resumed the [[Seketese Civil War]] and overthrew the Sosymet regime in 1924, beginning the period of the [[Second Seketese Republic]].

Loren Allis was reelected in the first free presidential election in 1925. Seketan experienced immense economic growth during the {{wp|Roaring Twenties}}, and the period gave birth to modern Seketese art and culture. After the {{wp|Wall Street Crash of 1929}}, reforms ordered by Allis personally resulted in the republic becoming a ''{{wp|de facto}}'' {{wp|rule by decree}} dictatorship, with [[Kjedorate Party]] symbols being incorporated into national flags and symbols. 

Land disputes over the [[Rynedan peninsula]] with Alquiya escalated in the [[Nelborne War]] in 1933. [[New Svealand]], allied with Seketan, declared war on Alquiya. Seketan was successful in defending its territory but failed to make any successful offensives. Lomortia entered the war in 1934 against Seketan. The war was won in 1937 with British and Danish support and resulted in the territorial status quo. 

In the early 1970s, Seketan endured a {{wp|banking crisis}} which later transformed into a {{wp|currency crisis}} where the government attempted to pay back loans by printing more money. This period from 1970s Seketese history is referred to as the [[Zemasy period]]. This period resulted in unemployment in Seketan skyrocketing, along with rising ethnic tensions between the [[Sekens]], [[Fjeskans]], and [[Wilsks]]. Fjeskan insurgents, citing lack of compensation from the [[Fjeskan genocide]] and nonrecognition of the Fjeskan nation, began fighting in [[Fjeska]]. The [[FCD]] rose as the main Fjeskan insurgent group and was a key player in the resulting [[Fjeska conflict]].

After a decade of financial crises and ethnic violence, the [[1978 Seketese revolution]] came into force which resulted in Pesan being ousted from power and a [[Seketese constitutional referendum, 1978|constitutional referendum]] which birthed the [[Fourth Seketese Republic]], where the president's role would be purely ceremonial, free and fair elections for the Commons Council were to be held, and where Fjeska would enjoy its own devolved parliament similar to [[Wilskland]]. The Kjedorate Party would contest Seketans [[1978 Seketese Election|first open election]], but would eventually dissolve in 1988 after lacklustre results. Kjedorate imagery in national flags and symbols would be mostly phased out by 1981.

==Geography==

===Geology===

===Climate===

==Politics==

{{Politics of Seketan}}

The current system of government in Seketan is labelled as the '''Fourth Seketese Republic'''. The current republican system was established in 1978 after the [[Seketese constitutional referendum, 1978|Seketese constitutional referendum]]. Seketan is a parliamentary {{wp|constitutional republic}}. The [[President of Seketan]], currently [[Fjedor Alesk]], is the head of state and is elected every six years; the president is largely a figurehead. 

The [[Hérvynsken]] is made up of two chambers, the [[Commons Council]], which represents the people of Seketan, and the [[State Council]] which represents the provinces. The [[Prime Minister of Seketan]], a title currently held by [[Simy Brasa]], is the {{wp|head of government}} and is confirmed by the Commons Council by a simple majority vote.

===Law===

The [[Constitution of the Republic of Seketan]] is the supreme law in contemporary Seketan, this version is written and applied in 1978 after the birth of the current Fourth Republic. The law according to the constitution is meant to vest government power to the Seketese people. [[Human rights in Seketan]] are upheld by the [[Declaration of Rights and Freedoms in our Republic of Seketan]].

===Foreign relations===

Since the birth of the Seketese fourth republic in 1978, Seketan has adopted a foreign policy based on the principle of neutrality and independence. Cooperation and peaceful coexistence with other states in the [[Nelborne]] have been an important tenant to Seketese foreign policy ever since the end of the [[Nelborne War]]. Seketan generally maintains a policy of extending diplomatic reach to as many entities as possible, whilst still remaining neutral in international conflicts and disputes. Maintaining independence from politically and economically binding organizations continues to be an important aspect of Seketan's foreign policy.

Seketan is a member state of the {{wp|United Nations}}, {{wp|Council of Europe}}, {{wp|OECD}}, [[Nelborne Union]], and the [[Nelbec Council]]. Seketan is a {{wp|neutral state}}, but maintains close ties to other states in the [[Nelborne]]. Seketan is not a member of the {{wp|EFTA}} or the {{wp|European Single Market}}, despite previous negotiations. The majority of political parties elected in the [[Hervynsken]] harbour neutral or opposing views to [[Seketan–European Union relations|Seketan joining the European Union]] with polls revealing that a majority of [[Seketese people]] would oppose EU membership.

Seketan has aligned itself with different leagues and alliances throughout history. After Seketan embraced the {{wp|Protestant Reformation}}, it aligned itself with the reformed countries of [[New Svealand]], [[Kingdom of Trjebia|Trjebia]], and {{wp|Denmark}}. With the rise of {{wp|nationalism}} and [[Nelbec unity|Pan-Nelbecism]] in the 17th and 18th centuries, Seketan was pulled into union with [[Alquiya]]. Beginning in the 20th century, Seketese nationalism and irredentism caused tensions with neighbouring countries. When the [[Great Nelborne War]] ended in 1937, Seketese imperialism and nationalism weakened, marking a beginning of neutrality in Seketese foreign policy.

Seketan maintains close ties with the [[Kingdom of Trjebia|Kingdom of Trjebia (F.K.T.)]] due to their historical ties as Protestant countries and a large [[Northern Trjebs|Northern Trjebian]] population located in [[Bynan]]. Seketan is the only country that fully sides with the F.K.T. on the [[Trjebian dispute]] against Alquiya. 

Seketan maintains close ties with its fellow [[Nelbec countries]]. [[Lormotia]] and Seketan have historically supported each other against Alquiya, and today they maintain close ties with a large Seketese-speaking minority located south of the country. Alquiya and Seketan maintain good relations with both countries being founding members of several Nelborne organizations; tensions arise with their disagreements on the [[Trjebia dispute]]. Seketan and [[New Svealand]] hold good relations and share membership in multiple organizations. {{wp|Iceland}} and Seketan maintain relations, but disputes in water and fishing territory remain unresolved. [[Semeya]] and Seketan share a language and culture and today they hold close ties as a former Seketese colony.
===Military===

The military branch of the Seketese government is known as the [[Seketese Armed Forces]], further divided into the [[Seketese Army]], [[Seketese Navy]], and [[Seketese Air Force]].

===Administrative divisions===

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Seketan is divided into administrative divisions called [[Provinces of Seketan|provinces]]. The seven [[provinces of Seketan]] upkeep the responsibility for matters of subnational and regional importance. Each province has its own official flag, language, and capital. The provinces [[Fjeska]] and [[Wilskland]] have their own devolved administrations and have a significant level of autonomy from the [[Hervynsken]].

Provinces are further subdivided into [[Municipalities of Seketan|municipalities]]. Several municipalities in Seketan like [[Conelibek]] or [[Winneston]] are labelled as "cities" because of their high population and density. Municipalities are governed by municipal/city councils which are made up of elected members. Mayors are elected for leadership in municipalities.

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! Flag !! Province !! Population !! Capital and<br>largest city !! Languages
|-
| [[File:Flag of Gjenor.svg|25px|border]] || [[Gjenor]] || 1,141,500 || [[Conelibek]] || [[Seketese language|Seketese]]
|-
| [[File:Flag of Wilskland.png|25px|border]] || [[Wilskland]] || 1,079,393 || [[Martinn]] || [[Wilsk language|Wilsk]]
|-
| [[File:Flag of Nelderjen.png|25px|border]] || [[Nelderjen]] || 988,047 || [[Winneston]] || [[Seketese language|Seketese]]
|-
| [[File:Flag of Fjeska.png|25px|border]] || [[Fjeska]] || 912,250 || [[Loria]] || [[Seketese language|Seketese]], [[Fjeskan language|Fjeskan]]
|-
| [[File:Flag of Bynan.svg|25px|border]] || [[Bynan]] || 752,608 || [[Fevilla]] || [[Seketese language|Seketese]], [[Seketese Trjebian|Trjeban]]
|-
| [[File:Flag of Ellinesa.svg|25px|border]] || [[Ellinesa]] || 604,095 || [[Porta]] || [[Seketese language|Seketese]]
|-
| [[File:Flag of Giorgi-Alesk.svg|25px|border]] || [[Giorgi-Alesk]] || 94,850 || [[Alitz]] || [[Seketese language|Seketese]], [[Wilsk language|Wilsk]]
|}

==Economy==

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===Corporations===

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===Industry===
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===Tourism===

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===Transport===

Seketan has a developed road, rail, and water transport system. Seketan's {{wp|controlled-access highway}} ([[Autyroute]]) network is principally centred on [[Centre region]] with the network extending to every province and major settlements. Intercity transport by rail is provided by [[SecRail]], a state-owned enterprise. Provincial roadways are maintained and planned by provincial assemblies. In the province of [[Ellinesa]], ferries serve island-to-island travel.

[[Conelibek]] is serviced by the [[Conelibek Metro]]. [[Loria]], [[Winneston]], [[Fyedor]] and [[Fevilla]] have tram networks.

==Demographics==

{{See also|Demographics of Seketan}}

===Education===
[[file:Vilakas Valsts gimnazija.JPG|thumb|Faculty of Humanities bulding in the [[University of Bynan]].]]
Education in Seketan is administrated by the [[Ministry of Education (Seketan)|Ministry of Education]]. Seketese residents under the age of 16 are required by law to attend school in Seketan. Public education is delivered via primary schools, divided into Years 1 to 8, and secondary schools, divided into Years 9 to 12. {{wp|Preschool}} in Seketan are usually private centres where children not old enough to begin Year 1 get looked after for while their guardians are in work.

Seketan is a multilingual society and the language of education varies by region. In most of the country, education is delivered in Seketese alongside a second language. In Fjeska and Wilskland, education is delivered in Fjeskan or Wilsk in areas where those languages are more commonly spoken. Until the age of 16, students in Seketan must enroll in second language classes. In predominately Seketese-speaking areas, [[English]] and German are the most commonly taught second languages with Alquiyan, Svealandic, Icelandic, Wilsk, and Fjeskan being regionally available. In non-Seketese speaking areas, students must take two-second language courses: one in Seketese and another from the list of languages Seketese speakers must learn such as English or German.

Seketan is home to several secondary education institutions, including:
*[[University of North Conelibek]]
*[[University of Djenibek]]
*[[Cjetor Mynseau University]]
*[[University of Winneston]]
*[[University of Fyedor]]
*[[University of Loria]]
*[[University of Bynan]]
*[[Syma Gjoske University]]

===Languages===
[[file:Conelibek International Airport signs.png|thumb|Billingual signs in [[Seketese language|Seketese]] and [[English]] in the [[Conelibek International Airport]].]]

The official language of Seketan is [[Seketese language|Seketese]]. The Seketese language is a [[Nelbec languages|Nelbec language]] and is closely related to [[Wilsk language|Wilsk]] and [[Fjeskan|Fjeskan]], and more distantly related to [[Alquiyan language|Alquiyan]] and [[Lormotian language|Lormotian]]. Seketese (including [[Bynanese language|Bynanese]]) is spoken by 84% of the population, Wilsk is spoken by 7.9% primarily in [[Wilskland]], Fjeskan is spoken by 4.6% primarily in [[Fjeska]], [[Trjebian language|Trjebian]] is spoken by 2.4% primarily in southern [[Bynan]], and the remaining 1% of languages spoken are a mix of [[Alquiyan language|Alquiyan]], {{wp|Icelandic language|Icelandic}}, [[Tvinan language|Tvinan]], and [[Svealandic language|Svealandic]].

The [[Christianization of Seketan]] and the translation of the {{wp|Holy Bible}} contributed to the development of the Seketese, Fjeskan, and Wilsk languages, all of which were given translations. The {{wp|printing press}} of the three versions of the Bible contributed to the centralization and standardization of all three languages. 

The Fjeskan and Wilsk languages are used in their own devolved parliaments for regional decision-making.

===Religion===
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|thumb = right
|caption = Religious belief in Seketan (2010 census)
|label1 = {{wp|Irreligious}}
|value1 = 57
|color1 = Gray
|label2 = {{wp|Protestant}}
|value2 = 32
|color2 = Blue
|label3 = {{wp|Catholicism}}
|value3 = 9
|color3 = Gold
|label4 = Other
|value4 = 2
|color4 = Green
}}
The [[Secenic]] people originally held polytheistic beliefs originating from [[Nelbec mythology]]. The [[Secenic Confederation]] [[Christianization of Seketan|became a Christian kingdom]] in the 9th century. The {{wp|Protestant Reformation}} was embraced in Seketan and the state religion changed into Seketese {{wp|Lutheranism}}. Ever since the [[First Seketese Republic]], Seketan has been a {{wp|secular}} state and currently has no state religion. The current [[Fourth Seketese Republic]] is a largely irreligious state; its [[Constitution of Seketan|constitution]] written in 1919 defines Seketan as a secular republic guaranteeing citizens the {{wp|freedom of religion}}, and its fourth revision removed any mentions of God blessing the [[President of Seketan]].

The majority of the Seketese population are defined as irreligious, including {{wp|agnostic}} beliefs, {{wp|athiesm}}, and undeclared religious beliefs. This can be explained through Seketan's historical policy on religious tolerance beginning around the 16th century. {{wp|Protestantism}} is the leading religion in Seketan with the [[Church of Seketan]] controlling the most religious buildings in the country. The {{wp|Protestant Reformation}} was embraced in Seketan and the relaxation of religious absolutism resulted in the gradual rise of irreligion and non-Catholic beliefs. {{wp|Roman Catholicism}} remains a minority but still, prevalent religion in Seketan, with the majority of Seketese Catholic buildings being located in [[Wilskland]] and [[Nelderjen]]. Seketan is home to a small community of [[History of the Jews in Seketan|Jews]] who were mostly expelled from Alquiya in the middle ages or from immigrants. 

According to the [[2010 Seketan census]], 57% of the population identifies as irreligious, 32% as {{wp|Protestant}}, 9% as {{wp|Catholic}}, and the remaining 2% being several other religions.

===Largest municipalities===

{{See also|Municipalities of Seketan}}

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! Municipality !! Province !! Population !! Notes
|-
| [[Conelibek]] || [[Gjenor]] || 827,193 || Conelibek has special status as a [[city municipality]].
|-
| [[Winneston]] || [[Nelderjen]] || 592,832 || Winneston has special status as a [[city municipality]].
|-
| [[Loria]] || [[Fjeska]] || 528,275 || Loria has special status as a [[city municipality]].
|-
| [[Fyedor]] || [[Wilskland]] || 402,872 || Fyedor has special status as a [[city municipality]].
|-
| [[Porta]] || [[Ellinesa]] || 394,729 || 
|-
| [[Walycesa]] || [[Wilskland]] || 205,926 || 
|-
| [[Fevilla]] || [[Bynan]] || 201,822 || Fevilla has special status as a [[city municipality]].
|-
| [[Becjonyn]] || [[Wilskland]] || 192,742 || 
|-
| [[Amytan]] || [[Ellinesa]] || 182,798 || 
|-
| [[Zynatan]] || [[Bynan]] || 145,283 || 
|}

==Culture==

Seketan shares deep historic roots with the rest of the [[Nelbec]] nations. The country embraces its traditional Nelbec roots in laws that enforce a quota for Seketese media and traditions in schools and broadcasting. Seketan's geography has played a major role in shaping its culture with tundras, glaciers, mountains, and the wildlife playing a large role in [[Seketese mythology]], [[Seketese folklore|folklore]], and celebrations. Germanic culture has also influenced Seketese culture by "westernizing" it, with the [[Christianization of Seketan]] playing a large role. 

{{wp|Regionalism}} plays a large role in Seketese society; each [[Provinces of Seketan|province]] of Seketan has their own culture that date back thousands of years prior. The provinces each contain their own distinct dialect of the [[Seketese language]] with more or less mutual intelligibility, so foreign and Seketese media is often dubbed into the local dialects. Each province has their own vocabulary, cuisine, customs, traditions, and celebrations. [[Gjenor]] province is seen as the standard in Seketan as its culture is the most influential and central throughout Seketan.

===Literature===

[[file:Sheep Letter, p 1.jpg|thumb|250px|Oldest [[Seketese language]] document, written during the [[Christinization of Seketan]]]]

Seketese literature first appeared with the emergence of [[Secenic]] political entities, such as the [[Secenic Confederation]] and eventually the [[Kingdom of Seketan]]. The [[Seketese language]] and its writing system was heavily influenced by early but influential poets and writers. The spread of Christianity resulted in the adoption of the Latin alphabet in [[Nelbec]] languages, with the translation of the bible influencing the Seketese language.

Early literature revolved around [[Seketese mythology]] and [[Seketese folklore|folklore]]. [[Svac én Þynad]] (English: literally With them and Die; translated Follow and Die) is one of the most famous Seketese myths that tell the tale of woodland creatures all competing against one another for a treasure that doesn't exist. 

Literature "boomed" during the {{wp|interwar period}} of the 20th century. Major events that shaped Seketan's history such as {{wp|World War I}}, the [[Seketese Revolution]] and [[Seketese Civil War|Civil War]], the [[Great Nelborne War]], and {{wp|World War II}} were key themes explored by authors at the time. Seketese literature during the period was often cynical and sometimes nihilistic, reflective of the large amounts of atrocities that occurred in Seketan during the early 20th century. Dystonian novel ''[[The Greater Republic]]'' written by [[Martin Gev]] and published in 1940 is cited as the most influential of these works; the novel was a best-seller domestically and in foreign countries. 

Celebrated modern Seketese poets and authors include [[Martin Gev]], [[Sjédymaleþen Lyjonskn]], [[Šema Linda]], [[Pierre Wern]], and [[Fjedor Ésyšji]], among others.

===Music===

===Visual arts===

===Cuisine===

The cuisine of Seketan reflects the agriculture of the country. In Seketese culinary tradition, one is served an {{wp|entée}} of {{wp|rye bread}} with [[cašo|soft cašo]], followed by a {{wp|main course}} of seafood – usually {{wp|cod}} or {{wp|salmon}} – alongside {{wp|side dish|side dishes}} consisting of vegetables and/or [[cašo]] with occasional marination. Today's Seketese cuisine was heavily influenced by the {{wp|industrial revolution}} and the need for quick and cheap meals; {{wp|restaraunts}} and {{wp|street food|steet vendors}} sold quickly made [[cašo|quick cašo]] and [[Seketese sandwich|Seketese style sandwiches]]. Mass produced food was introduced to Seketan in the 20th century, bringing it the advent of Seketese food and beverage brands such as [[Gyenor|Gyenor Soda]] and [[Dalijec]]. Imports and {{wp|globalization}} have influenced Seketan into adopting culinary styles from around the world, further diversifying the cuisine of the country. The national dish of Seketan is [[Cašo]].

Seketan produces and exports several {{wp|alcoholic}} drinks. Seketese {{wp|vodka}}, locally known as [[celim]], is mass produced by dozens of {{wp|distillery|distilleries}}, with popular brands including [[Cajic]], [[Bynanéça]], and [[Celim á Rynedan]]. Seketese {{wp|beer}} is typically dark or {{wp|stout}}, with major brands including [[Nébyça]], [[Bejond]], and [[Demani]]. Winemaking in Seketan is done mainly in [[Fjeska]]. Celim or vodka has been a traditional Seketese alcoholic beverage for thousands of years, with beer and ale being introduced in the {{wp|early modern period}}. The legal purchasing age in Seketan is 18 but there are no regulations for consumption.

===Cinema===

The most renowned figures of Seketese cinema are [[Rividje Alité]], [[Gima Çanjor]], [[Sjedymaleþen Djenor]], [[Violétta Coris]], and [[Sjedor Çašé]].

===Sport===

==Notes==

:1.{{note|a}} Other [[Seketese language#Writing system|regional or alternative spellings]], including ''Républyc á Sécytana'', are also considered correct by the [[Secéteça Académie]] but are generally not used in official writings.

==See also==

*[[Nelbecia]]
*[[Nelborne]]