Fornænda
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Fornænda | |
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National and State Capital | |
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| Country |  Caropsyne Pontanore |
| Pontafosti | Carops |
| Astozarno | Chenterno Pontanoresca |
| Founded | 1266 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| • Body | City Council of Fornænda |
| • Mayor | Lenas Yurian (Socialist) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Urban | X |
| • Metro | X |
| Demonym | Fornændan |
| Website | fornænda |
Fornænda is the nation capital of the Caropsyne Pontanore, the state capital of the Pontanore State of Carops, and its metropolitan area makes up of the entirety of the Pontanore Capital Administrative District (Standard Caropsyne: Chenterno Pontanoresca). It is the second-largest city in the Pontanore with a total population of X million, with the entire Astozarno comprising X% of the entire state's population.
The city, located along the Vacora River, was established at the same time as the formation of the Kingdom of Carops in 1266 under the reign of the first monarch, Othæglin. The construction of Fornænda would become the single largest construction exercise in all of Caropsyne history, taking over 150 years to complete. Although the original city is no longer standing for the most part, some structures from the days of the Old Kingdom have managed to survive the centuries including the Cansarte Palace and the Arch of Nepios. Central Fornænda's architecture is a mixture of baroque and art nouveau styles while outer districts are dominated by modern and utilitarian in line with the nation's social democratic philosophy.
Fornænda is the undisputed cultural center for the vast Caropsyne diaspora and the most visited city in all of Paradisia. It is the center of national government, commerce, finance, transportation, entertainment, and education. The city is host to the headquarters of both the Council of Nations and the Thearean Community. Fornænda is well-known for its exceptional resturants and cafes, romantic cobblestone squares and marble fountains, and beautiful parks and lively markets.
Geography
Fornænda is located in Central Carops on the Vacora River. Although the city center is 19 kilometers (12 miles) inland from the Thearean Sea, the city and its surrounding metropolitan area which make up the Pontanore Capital Administrative District (Standard Caropsyne: Chenterno Pontanoresca) extends to the shore where the south-western district of Pirus is located. The highest point in the city is the Cansarte Palace ontop of a hill overlooking the river on the Left Bank. The entire district covers an area of approximately 1,429 square kilometers (551.7 sq. miles), including many green areas. For hundreds of years, the city area was defined by the walls built by the early Caropsyne Kings of the early 1300's. While there are specified boundaries, many consider themselves residents of Fornænda if they live along or within the ring road.
Politics and government
Local government
The City of Fornænda and the surrounding communities of Dagresca, Lozarona, Valmara, Golmorna, Golmares, Dramos, Salena Philappia, Falta Zormenta, Formolda, Vanzano, and Frenella comprise the Capital Administrative District. The entire area is governed by a mayor and a thirty-five member city council. The council meets in the administrative district of Terese Polminese. The current mayor is Lenas Yurian since 21 October 2020.
Districts
Fornænda is comprised of around 20 districts, with some being replaced or merged at regular intervals. The most districts the city has had is 31, however many of those have since been merged. Current Districts are:
- Terese Polminese (Administrative Centre)
- Terese Palmosa (Commercial/Residential)
- Terese Molda (Embassy District/Commercial/Residential)
- Pirus (Commercial/Residential/Seaport)
- Semanare (Residential)
- Permenta (Residential)
- Caethelen (Industrial)
- Cassenta (Residential/Commercial)
- Monino (Airport/Industrial)
- Tormalla (Residential)
- Rinalta (Residential)
- Fernogosca (Residential)
- Lanalta (Residential/Commercial)
- Cisce (Commercial)
- Somonte (Residential/Commercial)
- Pinnima (Residential/Commercial)
- Lastarne (Residential/Commercial)
- Zelemas (Residential)
- Sulis (Residential)
- Gerando (Residential)
Terese Molda Foreign Ministry (located on Cormo Olimando) Basilica of the Pontanore Ardalian Embassy
Terese Polminese (Right Bank) Calde Donté Imperial Palace (located on Terese Pontisa) Pontiana Palace (located on Terese Polminese) Fostana Building (located on Terese Fostana) Interior Ministry (located on Cormo Helias Mindol) Education Ministry Health Ministry Defence Ministry Civil Directorate Prelatory Palace of Fornænda (located on Terese Lomolse) Josphano Palace - Premier's Official residence
Terese Palmosa (Left Bank) Calde Chimpenta, Terese Limina, Terese Ulpina Cansarte Palace Neighborhoods of Beleno and Vacedora -> cultural hotspot, known for its art galleries and theatres --> Polmona and the Gelmer Theatre Hovino markets Palmosa Bridge across the Vacora River Vacedora-Chenzino Railway Station University of the Pontanore
Terese Conda
National government
Fornænda is the national capital of the Caropsyne Pontanore and is the seat of the Government. The official residence of the Premier, the seats of both houses of the Caropsyne Parliament and that of the various government ministries are located in the administrative district of Terese Polminese.
Economy
Main sights and tourism
Education
The University of the Pontanore, Fornænda (Formerly the Imperial University)
Education in the Pontanore is regulated by the State and provided to all citizens. Educational standards and systems vary in the different areas of the Pontanore, in order to take cultural, ethnic and historical influences into consideration. The standard of education is among the highest in the world, with free education provided to all abilities until the age of 19. Caropsyne students begin their academic lives at the age of 5 and attend primary education in Ponitio (State Institutions) until the age of 12. At 12, they are transferred to Fostitio (National Educational Institutions), where they will get their Pontanore Educational Certificates (P.E.Cs), which will determine their future opportunities.
Infrastructure and transportation
Vacedora-Chenzino Railway Station - Eda Pontanoresca Termenta, Fornænda Eremas-Gento International Airport - Pontanoresca Ermenta, 3 Metro Lines, 32 tram lines, MetroRail network, bus network, Vacora River Ferry System, high-speed rail, the ring road and the A1 (Triana to the north to Ariatra and Lazana to the south and onwards to Ardalia). A3 to Monchenta in the east. Port of Pirus (seaport of the city and region), ferries to Gomosc, Casona and Fazona, Forlaea