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|conventional_long_name = Abode of Passion, The Sacrosanct Communal Republics of Safiloa  
|conventional_long_name = Abode of Love, The Holy Eco-Syndicalist Union of Communal-Republics of Safiloa
|native_name = Hinesaiaga Kula Sañosa Ashoio la Safiloa
|native_name =        <br/> DUŠIĦON, HENISAÏATA KULASAÑOS'EÏA SAFILOA (Sokhainean) <br/> Preethiya Nilaya, Pavitra Parisara-Sahakara Sanghada Samudaayika-Raajangalige Safiloa (Meyu)
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[[Category:Safiloa]]
 
Safiloa, officially known as The Abode of Love, The United Communal-Republics of Safiloa, is a sovereign island nation located in the northern Indian Ocean, at the crossroads of the Arabian, Zanj, and Indian seas. Comprising an archipelago of 180 islands, islets, and atolls, Safiloa is a culturally diverse nation with a rich history shaped by Austronesian settlers, Persian Mazdakite refugees, South Indian merchants, and Zanj and Ethiopian Maroons. The nation is divided into 24 communal republics and has an estimated population of 4.28 million people.
'''{{PAGENAME}}''', officially known as the Sacrosanct Communal Republics of {{PAGENAME}}, is a sovereign state in [[Marenesia]] on Eurth. The country of Safiloa consists of a collection of several widely varying sized archipelagoes in the North East of [[Marenesia Minor]] surrounding the [[Safijeran Sea]]. The borders span four timezones and from the 5 degrees North to 35 degrees South. The country of over 38 million is noted for having the longest coastline on [[Eurth]], wonderful diving and hiking and for its pristine environment filled with many endemic fauna and flora. The capital, the largest islands, and eight of the top twelve largest cities all lie in the extremely densely populated Sokhainean Islands in the North of the Safijeran Sea.
 
Initially, separate nations that over time united under a common market, similar religious perspectives, and a shared fear of cultural colonization, Safiloa still maintains a semi-confederal political system, in which its constituent states have a fair amount of autonomy. Despite this, economically and politically, the Sokhainean Islands and to a lesser extent Malaiebidulu & Samberiti and Tjeikharosha dominate the internal politics over the more indigenous-based nations. Each constituent member state has its own legislature, and spokesperson, however the ''de facto'' heads of state consist of the tetrarchic council of [[#Politics|Gohulans]] - a unique directorship position - and a rotating representative that acts as a tiebreaker. Despite the longevity of this system, with the latter addition and eventual economic growth due to tourism of the Sokhainean islands, many of the other constituent states on the other archipelagoers have started to become wary of the disparity.
 
Historically, Safiloa was noted for its fragrant oils, incenses, spices, pearls, and salt. Though these goods still play a role, tourism, especially ecotourism, has been growing in terms of importance, especially since the development of modern infrastructure on the Sokhainean islands. Safiloa has a unique relationship with [[Orioni]], the Sokhainean Islands were initially albeit briefly colonized under the Orioni Empire, while the Southern constituent state of Tjeikharosha ethnically and religious shares a history with Mevraq. [[Mevraq]] - the only other large Marenesia Minor nation - has supported Safiloa's anti-piracy, anti-fishing, and anti-smuggling maritime policies for the last thirty years.
 
==Etymology==
 
Safiloa is made of the Proto-Sokhainean word "''safi''", which is derived from the Middle Shakyan word "''savise''", meaning "''rainbow''" or ''intelligence'', and the word "''-loa''", which means market, exchange-location, or trading post. Rainbow hued pearls and colorful edible algae were both historically and are still currently farmed here and may have influenced the colorful name.
 
==Geography==
 
[[File:Map of Safiloa.png|thumb|right|Map of Safiloa.]]
 
(WIP. Landscape. Climate.)
 
* Sokhainean Islands
* Malaiebidulu
* Samberiti
* Hatsavana
* Ponaiga
 
==History==
 
===Prehistoric Period===
 
{{see also|Chulo Empire}}
 
===Classical Period===
 
===Medieval Period===
 
===Colonial Period===
 
(WIP. An island-fort is built by colonisers. Several foreign names emerge for the area, all of them using a slightly different spelling.)
 
<gallery>
City of Sofala, 1572.jpg|Fort of Cefala, visible in the background, c. 1572.
Sofala (1666).jpg|Fort Sofala, 1666.
Sofala1683.jpg|Sketch of Fort Sofala, 1683.
</gallery>
 
===Modern Period===
 
==Politics==
 
(WIP. Government. Political parties. Foreign relations. Military.)
 
==Economy==
 
(WIP. Employment. Exports. Energy. Transport. Media. Currency.)
 
==Demographics==


(WIP. Ethnic groups. Language. Religion. Health. Education.)
Safiloa is globally recognized for its unique political system, known as the Tetrarchic Directorship, which is structured around four co-equal Directors, each overseeing a distinct branch of government. The nation emphasizes eco-socialism, communalism, and syndicalism, with a strong focus on sustainable agriculture, environmental protection, and social equity. Safiloa is also noted for its pacifist policies, vegetarian/vegan advocacy, and dedication to animal, children, women, and disability rights.


[[File:Safethnics.png|500px|frameless]]
The official language, Sokhainean, is a creole with roots in Middle Persian and Austronesian languages, reflecting the nation's diverse cultural heritage. Religiously, Safiloa is home to various faiths, including Doroštin (a local variant of Mazdakite Zoroastrianism), Pushpambara Jainism, and Fomba Gasy animism, among others.


==Cultures==
Safiloa's history is marked by resistance to colonialism and the successful establishment of a semi-theocratic, eco-socialist state. Today, Safiloa is a model of sustainable development and social progress, balancing tradition with innovation in its approach to governance and societal well-being.
 
(WIP. Literature. Visual arts. Music. Cuisine. Sport.)
 
==References==
 
{{Reflist}}
{{Safiloa}}
{{Eurth}}
[[Category:Safiloa]]

Latest revision as of 02:14, 25 September 2024

Abode of Love, The Holy Eco-Syndicalist Union of Communal-Republics of Safiloa
     
DUŠIĦON, HENISAÏATA KULASAÑOS'EÏA SAFILOA (Sokhainean)
Preethiya Nilaya, Pavitra Parisara-Sahakara Sanghada Samudaayika-Raajangalige Safiloa (Meyu)
Motto: Good Thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds, Good Times
...
Capital
and
Ponaiga
Official languagesSokhainean, Meyu, Doyanean
Demonym(s)Safiloan
GovernmentTemplate:Semi-Theocratic Syndicalist Tetrarchic Directorship
Population
• 2019 census
Increase 4,289,359
• Density
262.5/km2 (679.9/sq mi)
GDP (nominal)2024 estimate
• Total
Increase
• Per capita
Increase
Gini35.0
medium
Currency         Lulu (ȴ) (LUL)
Time zoneUTC-3
• Summer (DST)
not observed
Date formatyyyy-mm-dd
Driving sideleft
Internet TLD.sf
Preceded by
Panchaia

Safiloa, officially known as The Abode of Love, The United Communal-Republics of Safiloa, is a sovereign island nation located in the northern Indian Ocean, at the crossroads of the Arabian, Zanj, and Indian seas. Comprising an archipelago of 180 islands, islets, and atolls, Safiloa is a culturally diverse nation with a rich history shaped by Austronesian settlers, Persian Mazdakite refugees, South Indian merchants, and Zanj and Ethiopian Maroons. The nation is divided into 24 communal republics and has an estimated population of 4.28 million people.

Safiloa is globally recognized for its unique political system, known as the Tetrarchic Directorship, which is structured around four co-equal Directors, each overseeing a distinct branch of government. The nation emphasizes eco-socialism, communalism, and syndicalism, with a strong focus on sustainable agriculture, environmental protection, and social equity. Safiloa is also noted for its pacifist policies, vegetarian/vegan advocacy, and dedication to animal, children, women, and disability rights.

The official language, Sokhainean, is a creole with roots in Middle Persian and Austronesian languages, reflecting the nation's diverse cultural heritage. Religiously, Safiloa is home to various faiths, including Doroštin (a local variant of Mazdakite Zoroastrianism), Pushpambara Jainism, and Fomba Gasy animism, among others.

Safiloa's history is marked by resistance to colonialism and the successful establishment of a semi-theocratic, eco-socialist state. Today, Safiloa is a model of sustainable development and social progress, balancing tradition with innovation in its approach to governance and societal well-being.

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