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'''Laitstadt''', until 1920: ''Laithitaus''; is the capital of [[Besmenia]] and with a population of 3,3 millions the largest city in the country. The city is one of the | '''Laitstadt''', until 1920: ''Laithitaus''; is the capital of [[Besmenia]] and with a population of 3,3 millions the largest city in the country. The city is one of the 13 federal states in Besmenia. It borders the state of Metakumburg in the south. The city is one of the largest cities in [[Nortua]]. The [[Leina river]] runs through the city. | ||
Laitstadt is a world city of culture, media and politics. Many facilities such as the Bolumartin Hotel, the various universities, sports stadiums and museums have an international reputation. The city is also known for its high financial center and high quality of life. | Laitstadt is a world city of culture, media and politics. Many facilities such as the Bolumartin Hotel, the various universities, sports stadiums and museums have an international reputation. The city is also known for its high financial center and high quality of life. | ||
Revision as of 12:19, 14 February 2021
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 Clockwise, from above: Laitstadt Television Tower, Bolumartin Hotel, beach of Laitstadt, city center, Civil War Memorial, Old town, Fritz von Heraldstein Bridge, Federal Chamber, skyline of Laitstadt | |
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| Nickname(s): L-Stadt, City of Freedom | |
| Location of Laitstadt in Besmenia Location of Laitstadt in Besmenia | |
| Country | Besmenia |
| State | Laitstadt |
| District | Districts
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| Government | |
| • Mayor | Matthias Combrinck (SDU) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 5,550,627 |
| Website | laitstadt |
Laitstadt, until 1920: Laithitaus; is the capital of Besmenia and with a population of 3,3 millions the largest city in the country. The city is one of the 13 federal states in Besmenia. It borders the state of Metakumburg in the south. The city is one of the largest cities in Nortua. The Leina river runs through the city.
Laitstadt is a world city of culture, media and politics. Many facilities such as the Bolumartin Hotel, the various universities, sports stadiums and museums have an international reputation. The city is also known for its high financial center and high quality of life.
History
Before 1765
Laitstadt was first mentioned in the 12th Century under the name "Laithitaus".
Laithitaus in the Kingdom of Besmenia
Laithitaus was a prosperous city at the time of the pre-civil war and was home to many factories after the Industrial Revolution in the 1850s. Laithitaus was the second largest city in the kingdom after Melmingen and was known as a summer vacation spot. The Heraldstein Dynasty even had a summer residence in Laithitaus. In 1868 there was a big fire in Laithitaus which killed 46 people.