Salxar Region

Salxar
Region of Gylias
Flag
Country	Gylias
Capital	Şet
Area
• Total	77,390 km2 (29,880 sq mi)
Population  (2020)
• Total	202,425
• Density	2.6/km2 (6.8/sq mi)
Demonym	Salxarians

Salxar (abbreviated SL) is a region of Gylias. Located in the north-west, it borders Knichus to the north, Makarces to the west, Kausania to the south, and Tandar to the east. Its capital is Şet.

The Free Territories were founded in the region, which is reflected in its flag.

Geography

Much of the region's territory is dominated by the Salxar mountains, from which it gets its name. The southern part is less elevated and contains part of the Laişyn plain. The larger settlements are concentrated in this area, including the capital Şet, located on the banks of the Nerazur river.

Demographics

The 2020 census recorded a population of 202.425, making it one of Gylias' least populated regions.

The main Gylic peoples in the area are Yaskans, Tanans, and Rezakans.

Economy

The region is mainly rural and has a smaller economy based on agriculture and animal husbandry. It also receives tourism, particularly related to winter sports.

Politics

The region's regional council is named the Salxar Regional Council, and its regional party is named the Salxar Party (French: Parti Salxar).

Salxar has historically been a left-wing stronghold; it was the home of the Free Territories, and hosts the headquarters of the Anarchist Federation. At the same time, the region's mainly rural population has not been receptive to tendencies of aristerokratia and socialised luxury, leading to gains by the Movement for Emancipation and Democracy and Revolutionary Rally during the wretched decade.