Avenue of the Asterias (Vinalia)

Avenue of the Asterias

Plaza Aucuria in the Avenue of the Asterias
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Former name(s)	33rd Avenue
Namesake	Asterias
Length	2.05 mi (3.30 km)
Width	70m
Location	Orlavo, Vinalia
Nearest metro station	Avenue of the Asterias
East end	Plyazhnyy Boulevard
West end	Orlav Avenue
Other
Known for	Monuments

Avenue of the Asterias (Soravian: Алея Астеріасу; Aleya Asteriasu) is a major thoroughfare through the city of Orlavo, Vinalia. The avenue is known for its monuments and surrounding areas which have some of the most expensive real estate in the city. Its neighborhood "Asterias" is one of the most expensive neighbourhood in the country. It features numerous parks, malls, and shops. The street begins in east in the Plyazhnyy (Beach) Boulevard which is the last street before the coast, it runs for 3.3 km (2.05 mi) before merging into the North-South Orlav Avenue.

Originally called 33rd Avenue, the street was built in 1833, and was initially built for horse drawn carriages. A Soravian arsenal was located at the intersections of Orlav and 33rd. City authorities considered placing the Orlavo Palace of Democracy in the street but decided against it. Following 1890, city authorities struggling to deal with large influxes of people into Orlavo, decided to rebuild the 33rd Avenue to better accomodate incoming factory workers. The street was widened and became an important thoroughfare in the city. In the Battle of Orlavo in 1931, the street was severely damaged following heavy shelling, and fires that destroyed most of the street and its buildings. The street remained mostly unoccupied until 1937, when it was decided that the street would be widened and a series of monuments and parks constructed. Socialist doctrine of the People's Republic of Vinalia sought to establish a model for Socialist architecture. The street underwent severe renovations between 1937 and 1960, although by 1940 it had mostly been rebuilt.

Following reunification, the street became sight to major developments around the neighbourhood, which established it as a prominent area. Today large populations of internationals and tourists live or visit the area, and some of the most prominent hotels in Orlavo are placed in the street. The street remains a popular spot for residents and tourists alike, with several initiatives created by the central government to encourage physical activity in the area.

History

Plazas

From East to West

Plaza Vinalia

Located in the intersection between the Avenue of the Asterias and Plyazhnyy Boulevard. It features a 10 foot relief map of Vinalia in a monument, it also features statues of Vinalian heroes such as Omelyan Sahaidachny a top a horse, Markiyan Chornovil reading a book, and Valentyn Goloborodko raising a flag. Originally featuring just the relief map, the statues were added in 2003, and the park sections expanded. All the trees in the plaza are Vinalian Palms. It features 62 Vinalian flags, one for each year the nation was split.

Plaza Chistovodia

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Markov Street (North), and 66th Street (South). It features a 15 foot obelisk reading the declaration of Independence of Chistovodia. In 1999, Chistovodia donated local trees to be grown in the park section of the plaza.

Plaza Cassier

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Vilma Street (North), and 65th Street (South). It features a 20 foot clock donated by Cassier following Vinalian independence in 1920, it survived the Battle of Orlavo. In 2000, a 5 foot marker was added which says "Thank you" in Soravian and Gaullican, in reference to Cassien goodwill. Two markers were made and the other is installed in New Rayenne. The Cassien Embassy was located in front of the plaza, but it has since moved to Vinalinsk.

Arucian Plaza or Plaza Bonaventure

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Kalma Street (North), and 64th Street (South). It features a 15 foot long mural which showcases Zapoyan images of Bonaventure and has existed since 1944. In 2004 the plaza incorporated the next plazas Plaza Sainte-Chloé, and Plaza Carucere, and was turned into a general plaza for the Arucian countries, at the time solely the flags of Sainte-Chloé, and Carucere were featured in their respective plazas. In 2007, three plaques in Gaullican were placed with the date of independence for each of the 3 countries. Although officially called Arucian Plaza, it is most commonly known as Plaza Bonaventure.

Rizealand Plaza

High rises behind Plaza Rizealand looking over from Arucian Plaza

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Camden Street (North), and 63rd Street (South). Previously known as Plaza Sainte-Chloé until it was moved to Arucian Plaza in 2004. The plaza was rebuilt in 2004 as well. It features a 15 foot obelisk with the relief of Rizealand, along with the date of independence of Rizealand written down in Estmerish, Ghailish, and Gaullican. In 2013 Rizealand donated a statue of Vinalian scientist Ostap Martiukhin who won a Foirbeis Awards for his discoveries while living in Rizealand. Several luxurious high rises were constructed on 63rd street, and have become among the most expensive real estate in the city.

Plaza Ardesia

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Rémont Street (North), and 62nd Street (South). Previously known as Plaza Carucere until it was moved to Arucian Plaza in 2004. The plaza was rebuilt in 2004 as well. The plaza features 3 10 foot long murals, with a fountain in the middle. The 3 murals depict scenes of Zapoyan and Tecpan which inhabited modern Ardesia and Vinalia. Behind the 3 murals the words "Let there be friendship and peace" are written in Soravian, Luzelese, Zapoyan, Vespasian, and Apjai. In 2016, Ardesia donated endemic Ardesian trees for the park.

Plaza Aucuria

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Kairys Street (North), and 61st Street (South). It features a statue of Aucurian hero Juozapas Kairys, along with the coat of arms of the Aucurian capital Kalnaspilis, with a plaque detailing its date of establishment. Although its most prominent feature is a 20 foot monument celebrating the 220 independence anniversary of Aucuria installed in 2005. In 2019 Aucuria donated two plaques in Ruttish to be placed in the plaza, it features the day of Aucurian independence, along with the motto of Aucuria.

Plaza Gapolania

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Gapolania Street (North), and 60th Street (South). The plaza was redesigned in 2018, and expanded. It features a monument to the Gapolanian-Vinalian Community, it features a bust of Erik Fernandes a prominent businessman. In 2019 Gapolania donated a plaque in Soravian with the Nassea Address of 1989, which began the process of Vinalian reunification.

Plaza Satavia

Satavian mall

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Buyalskyi Street (North), and 59th Street (South). The plaza features a scale model of the Port Hope Opera House, along with a bust of Satavian Prime Minister Arthur O'Connell. On 59th street, Satavian Mall was built in 2016, getting its name from the plaza, the mall features multiple cinemas, and stores, including numerous Satavian-Vinalian owned stores. Its among the most luxurious and modern malls in Vinalia, with numerous international brands located in the mall.

Plaza Satucin

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Voshko Street (North), and 58th Street (South). The plaza features a large Crocodile statue, along with a bust of Premier Basile Delecour. The plaza features numerous streetfood stands, and is recognized as the best streetfood location in Southern Orlavo.

Plaza Île d'Émeraude

Bicycle path connecting Plaza Île d'Émeraude to Plaza Eldmark

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Port-au-Grégoire Street (North), and 57th Street (South). The plaza features a plaque with the year that the island abolished slavery in 1834, along with a small plaque in honor of the countries first president Lou Dubois. The embassy of Île d'Émeraude used to be based on Port-au-Grégoire street, however in 2021 it relocated to Vinalinsk, the building however is still owned by the Emeraudian government and serves as a meeting point for the city's Emeraudian diaspora. Behind the former building several high rise apartments have been constructed.

Plaza Eldmark

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Hammarvik Street (North), and 56th Street (South). The plaza features 13 pillars in honor of the 13 states and territories of Eldmark, a plaque is located on each individual pillar. A plaque honoring 22 Vinalians who died in a 1968 mudslide in Eldmark was donated by the Eldmarkian government. On Hammarvik street a small open mall had been built in the 1980's, but the area was redeveloped in 2008, as the 15 story Adelstrom (after the royal family of Eldmark) building, which houses the Vinalian headquarters of Eldmarkian Petrochemical conglomerate Westermarck AB. The Eldmarkian, Arboladan, and Satavian embassies were housed in the building, but have since moved to Vinalinsk.

Plaza Asterian Federative Republic

New Asterias building looking over from Plaza Adamantina

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, and Assunçã Street (North). The plaza features a plaque with the date of independence of the AFR. Assunçã the capital of the AFR sent a plaque to be displayed in Vinalinsk in 2020 in honor of the city being recognized as Vinalias capital. Orlavo and Velkarichka in 2022 unveiled honors to Assunçã, with the plaza featuring a pillar with the relief of the AFR Capitol Building, while Velkarichka had the city seal placed on city hall. Although located directly ahead of 55th Street, in 2003 the street no longer connects with the avenue as a large high rise, New Asterias building was constructed in space between 56th and 54th street. The building housed the embassies of Ansan, Champania, Tengaria, Ravnia, and the Euclean Community. Solely the Champanian embassy remains in the building.

Plaza Nuvania

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Gibson Street (North), and 54th Street (South). The plaza features a large fountain, called Fountain Nuvania. Several Bongo trees are planted throughout the plaza. A theme park is located between both plaza Nuvania, and Plaza Assim Asteris featuring numerous small rollercoasters and attractions.

Plaza Assim Asteris

Assim Asteris Plaza

Located in the intersection between the Asterias, Assim Street (North), and 53rd Street (South). The plaza features a large statue of Asteris atop a globe. In the plaza all the flags of all Asterian countries are flown. The plazas large open space is usually used for public events. Usually street food tends to congregate on this section of the Avenue as well. On the south side, an open mall exists called Assim, which opened in 1989. A fire destroyed the mall in 1999, but it was rebuilt soon after. Baknur Ice creams, a popular brand of Vinalian ice cream is said to have been made in the plaza in 1990, and every year Baknur holds free ice cream days on the plaza.

Plaza Velkarichka

The obelisk at night

Located in the intersection between the Avenue of the Asterias and Orlav Avenue. It is the largest plaza as its the intersection of Velkarichka, and Vinalinsk streets on the North, and 52nd, and 51st streets on the south. The plaza features a 30 meter obelisk in honor of Velkarichka constructed in 1990. The Obelisk dates the establishment of Velkarichka, and the words "Eternal brotherhood", the flag of Velkarichka is also flown in the plaza. The plaza features large public spaces, with an arch for each of the provinces of Vinalia, at the center the Tomb of the Unknown soldier is located behind the obelisk. Velkarichka features a Plaza Orlavo in front of its city center, while Vinalinsk features a plaza for both cities besides the parliament building.