Limenae

Limenae (Tilennan: ; : Limène ) is a in Western Tilenno, located in the region of Làmosa. With a population of almost 2 million in 2018, it is the 8th most populous city-state within the federation. it is home to the 18th largest metropolitan area, which is called Limona. It is mainly situated on the northern shore of the Làmosan Sea. The city-state also includes multiple small islands of its coast of which Voro, Euraena, Càneido and Laeva are the most significant. The region is sometimes refered to as the Fruitbasket of Tilenno due to its high production of fruit. It borders Làgora in the east, Kertae, Tèsares and Ytrivae in the west, Vange-Leronde in the north and Fares Atrivo, Fares Làmoso and the Làmosan Sea in the south.

The name of the city-state comes from the city of Limona, the largest metropolitan area in the city-state and 18th largest overall, which itself either derived its name from the Borgosesian word for lemon (limone), which found its way into the Tilennan language through Vallsiain influence and know orange means limona. Another theory is that the name derived from a misunderstanding between Vallsian colonists and the native inhabitants who wrongly interpreted the phrase 'limantae?' (which state?) as the name of the region which they linked with the Borgosesian word for lemon. Other notable municipalities in Limenae are Shudero, Runaro-per-Paliso and Atreiho.

Limenae is known for the main fruit producer of Tilenno and therefore also making large quantities of Shizae, an alcoholic drink based on the serela berry. Furthermore the celebration of Naukaeze is Limenae is one of the most spectacular. Limenae was partially colonised by the Ovancians and a significant portion of the population still speaks. Some notable sites within the city-state are the Serela fields, the Leta Oranga, Mitora's Shipwreck, Distillery of Aeves, Zirae Lake and Tranquil Coast. The region also offers many small touristic tours through the fruit field of Limenae followed by Shizae tasting sessions.

History

 * See also: History of Tilenno



Ancient History
For most of its history Limenae was a fairly rural area within the Tilennan world, not exerting much political or military influence. Even so it became the theatre of the first War of Seas. As the Atrivan Isles were cutting of trade between Gantes and Làmosa as a response to the hostile position Làmosa was taking on Atriva. SInce the searoute was inaccesible the Làmosan reverted back to trading over land via the Tranquil Coast trading route and through the mountain passages of east Limenae, which bordered Kertae and Ytrivae. Glikaero who was set on cutting the two regions off from each other attacked and captured the most important city on the route, Shudero at night in what was known as the Night of the Dying Star. Eventually the Làmosans were able to recapture the city after 70 years of occupation. For the rest of Limenean history it was the agricultural backbone of the Làgorans.

During the colonial age a large part of Limenae was occupied by the Ovancian during the age of Split Tilenno. Only the city of Shudero and the southern tip remained in Tilennan hands. The city of Limona was founded in 1587 by Jules Surdon as the capital of the Ovancian part and quickly grew out to one of the biggest cities of the colony. During this time Oranges, the staple crop of the region also got introduced to the region. Limona was the first city to be liberated almost 2 centuries later. The Ovancian part got merged back with the Tilennan one, but due to the dominane of Làgora in the region the capital shifted away from Shudero.

Modern History
Limenae was one of the regions that underwent one of the most drastic shifts towards Osorran Communism in the 60's during the Mineworkers Revolt leading up to the Osorra-Tilenno War. For this reason it was also very opposed against the war against Osorra and was unwilling to pay for reconstruction in the damaged regions like Sirenes. While the communism has faded, Limenae's unsatisfaction can still be felt in its political climate voting extreme right. Modern-day Limenae remains one of the most important agricultural producing regions in Tilenno. The region is especially well-known for its high quality fruit export.

Geography


Limenae has been heralded as one of the city-states with the most beautiful nature in Tilenno. It is especially well known for Lake Zirae, one of the largest lakes of Tilenno and also the lake on which the capital Limona is located. Lake Zirae is mainly fed by the Zirae river, which flows down from Leta Oranga, the highest mountain in the region at 3255 m, towards the bay of Shudero. The second biggest river of the region is called the Palises and flows through the city of Runaro-per-Paliso. It flows out in the Làmosan sea via the Emerald Lake.

The region is also features some islands off its coast. The biggest one is the island of Càneido, which is split between Limenae and Fares Làmosa. There are also Voro and Euraena, which lie in front of the municipality of Ages-per-Lono off the Tranquil Coast. The last major island is Laeva, close to Shudero. The coast of Limenae is sometimes referred to as the Tranquil Coast for its calm weather and beautiful weather.

Population
Limenae has significantly increased in population over the past century. There were 2 major drops in population from around the time of the Civil War and the Osorra-Tilenno War.

State
The current lord following the 2018 General Elections is Sires Valois from the right nationalist party of Tilenno Kítrae. His terms end in 2024. The leader of the City-State Council is Saema Lorimae also from TLK. The City-State council consists of 34 representatives of which 12 come from the municipality of Limona alone. Shudero comes in second with 3 seats together with Runaro-per-Paliso. Aitreiho is the only other municipality to receive more than 1 seat at 2. All other municipalities receive only one seat.

Federal
In the Federal Elections of 2018 the right-wing and national and Tilennan centric party Tilenno Kítrae won the city-state of Limenae with 28% of the votes, securing 3 seats in the chamber of representatives. Surprisingly, the runner-up was the extreme-right party of VRL with 2 seats, together with GLL who also received 2. They were followed by GXD and VSK, both with 1 seat. GLl is mainly popular in the city of Limona, while the extreme-right party VRL scores extremely well in the coastal areas. The dominant party in the region is however TLK. GXD only received votes from the traditional Tilennan south. Surprisingly Limenae is one of the only regions to give no seats to FDL.

The two senators from Umia belong to TLK and are Ridae Coutère and Livio Gaevere.

Life
Life in Limenae is quite relaxed. It is a beautiful region without the stress of the big cities of Tilenno. The region is dominated by the fruit production sector, but also has other industries like manufacturing. The region is also well-known for their celebration of Naukaeze, which is always accompanied with a spectacular fireworks show.

Cuisine
Unsurprisingly the regional dish of Limenae is candied fruit. Candied fruit is super popular in the region and can be found almost anywhere. Besides that the region also claims to have invented Lemonade, called Limoneta, which is highly disputed, but they stand by it. Their brand of Shizae, made from the serela berry, Aeves is one of the most popular brands in Tilennno and is even starting to appear on the international market.

Sports
The most popular sport in Limenae is volleyball, closely followed by field hockey. Swimming and Competitive dance also have a large community. The regional Volleyball team is called the Limenean Bees and the regional soccer team is called the Limenean Smashers.

Sites and Landmarks
Popular landmarks and sites of the Limenae city-state include:
 * Serela fields
 * Leta Oranga
 * Mitora's Shipwreck
 * Distillery of Aeves
 * Zirae Lake
 * Emerald Lake
 * Tranquil Coast

Municipalities


Limenae consists of 18 municipalities of which Limona is the largest at more than 736 thousand inhabitants, about 35% of the total population. It is followed by Shudero at 214 thousand and Lausares at 170 thousand. Atreiho is the only other municipalities with over 100 thousand inhabitants. All other municipalities are smaller.

Limona
Limona is the beating heart of the Limenae city-state. Originally founded by Ovancian colonizers it carries a distinct Artemian vibe. It lies on Zirae lake in the mountains giving the city a gorgeous backdrop. While a sizeable Ovancian population still lives here, the city is becoming ever more Tilennisized.

Shudero
Shudero is the oldest city in Limenae and it shows in its culturally intersting city-scape. The city is especially well-known for its celebration of Naukaeze or Tilennan New Year on which day a giant fireworks show is held.

Runaro-per-Paliso
Runaro-per-Paliso is a middle large city located on the Palises river. It is a very quite city and a good place to come to rest. You never hear much about stuff happening in Runaro and he average age of the city is also becoming quite high. It is a great place to live out your elderly years.