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'''Monsvallis, also known as Baluka'i''' is the capital city of [[Pongi]]. It was founded in 1855 as the site of a new capital after the [[Battle of Rygerrof]], and was founded by Trein Whitecomb, Mari Tyrone and the indegenous tribes of the Kauia and Twashare. They signed a memorandum declaring the city would be one that was welcoming and modern. It is known for its famous cottagecore mix of heritage buildings, excellent beaches and is home to many different paragliding spots. | '''Monsvallis, also known as Baluka'i''' is the capital city of [[Pongi]]. It was founded in 1855 as the site of a new capital after the [[Battle of Rygerrof]], and was founded by Trein Whitecomb, Mari Tyrone and the indegenous tribes of the Kauia and Twashare. They signed a memorandum declaring the city would be one that was welcoming and modern. It is known for its famous cottagecore mix of heritage buildings, excellent beaches and is home to many different paragliding spots. Crime is low compared to most cities of a similar size, with many universities being based in Monsvallis. | ||
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Monsvallis recieved its name by one of the founders, Mari. It means "Mountain Valley" in Latin. The original name, Baluka'i, which means the "land of the harbour", had been swapped out in negotiations, which angered the Kauia tribe, which have declared that they have been calling the area "Baluka'i", for | Monsvallis recieved its name by one of the founders, Mari. It means "Mountain Valley" in Latin. The original name, Baluka'i, which means the "land of the harbour", had been swapped out in negotiations, which angered the Kauia tribe, which have declared that they have been calling the area "Baluka'i", for thousands of years and it was "very disappointing" that the original name was not reflected. Nonetheless, talks continued, with the Portuguese settlers promising to change the name back soon. However no action has been taken, but a refernedum will be hosted at the end of 2023. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
Revision as of 13:33, 23 May 2023
Monsvallis
Baluka'i | |
|---|---|
City | |
 Capitol Hill Overlooking CBD | |
| Nickname: Baulkay City | |
| Motto: "Sitting high on the cliffside" | |
| Country | Pongi |
| State | Beachside |
| Founded by | Trein Whitecomb |
| Government | |
| • Body | Council of Monsvallis Districts |
| • Mayor | Shiarana Twain (Labour) |
| Area | |
| • Urban | 175 km2 (68 sq mi) |
| • Metro | 1,988 km2 (768 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Population (2023) | |
| • City | 705,000 |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-11:00 (Pongian Standard Time) |
Monsvallis, also known as Baluka'i is the capital city of Pongi. It was founded in 1855 as the site of a new capital after the Battle of Rygerrof, and was founded by Trein Whitecomb, Mari Tyrone and the indegenous tribes of the Kauia and Twashare. They signed a memorandum declaring the city would be one that was welcoming and modern. It is known for its famous cottagecore mix of heritage buildings, excellent beaches and is home to many different paragliding spots. Crime is low compared to most cities of a similar size, with many universities being based in Monsvallis.
Etymology
Monsvallis recieved its name by one of the founders, Mari. It means "Mountain Valley" in Latin. The original name, Baluka'i, which means the "land of the harbour", had been swapped out in negotiations, which angered the Kauia tribe, which have declared that they have been calling the area "Baluka'i", for thousands of years and it was "very disappointing" that the original name was not reflected. Nonetheless, talks continued, with the Portuguese settlers promising to change the name back soon. However no action has been taken, but a refernedum will be hosted at the end of 2023.
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Monsvallis has one sister city, San Pera