Durnen
Durnen
Duern | |
|---|---|
Capital City | |
| Motto(s): Honor from Trust, Trust from Integrity | |
| Country | Durnstaal |
| Incorporation Date | 1756 |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Borislav Resnik |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 8,542,000 |
| Demonym | Duernian |
Durnen is the capital city of Durnstaal. First founded as Duern around 400 B.C.E, incorporated as Duern in 1580, and reincorporated as Durnen in 1756. It is the largest metropolitan area on Lake Gravenna and the oldest city in the country. As of 2020, the population was estimated at 8,542,00, making it the second largest city in Durnstaal.
City Districts
Culture
Religion
Historical Buildings
Duern Estate: The home of the Durnian Royal Family. Parts of this estate date back to the 200’s B.C.E.
Landmarks
Kolspatz: The meetingplace of the House of Citizens and the House of Elders where legislation is proposed, discussed, and voted on. First built in 1585
Professional Teams
Durnen Strikers: Durnen’s professional soccer team. Member of the Einhelt League and annual participant in the Einhelt League Championship. Named both for an archaic term for skirmisher and the nickname of a former player.
Identity
Durnen is an old city with a lot of history. This has cultivated the general idea that Duern’s legacy continues through Durnen and as such whatever Durnen does should be viewed as Duernian. This has led not only to inhabitants calling themselves Duernians but also to a strong, stubborn resolve that can easily hinder change as much as it helps it.
Economy
The city is heavily focused around tourism and information. The city serviced an estimated 42.2 million tourists in 2019, mostly foreigners, making it the second most visited city in the nation after Piva. The city houses the headquarters of the National Bank of Durnstaal and a mint alongside branches for several major banks. The city also acts as a stopover point for many shipments between nations north and south of Lake Gravenna, especially trains. Local manufacturing is limited but includes injection molded parts, textiles, and glassware.