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'''Cedelphia''' is the capital city of [[Auresia]], located on the [[Corbolo River]] in the heartland province of | '''Cedelphia''' is the capital city of [[Auresia]], located on the [[Corbolo River]] in the heartland province of TBD. It is a hub of economic activity as well as the seat of the government as site of the principal residence of the emperor and the Imperial family, the meeting places of the Senate and Supreme Court, and the government ministries. The city is one of the oldest major metropolises in the world, known as the "Eternal City" and "Imperial City." Natives of the city are referred to as Cedelphians. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
=== | === Pre-Empire === | ||
Before the formation of the Empire, Cedelphia was a flourishing city-state within the Karsk Kingdom of Treviliari. It served as a neutral meeting ground for the various kingdoms, especially during conflicts over the [[Hattaro Straits]] and fishing rights, with its neutrality and strategic location made it a pivotal city for diplomatic negotiations and trade. | |||
=== New imperial capital === | |||
In the century leading up to the Ante-Imperium War, Cedelphia became the meeting place for the founders of the new empire. The city's historical role as a neutral ground and its central location were crucial factors in its selection as the new imperial capital. | In the century leading up to the Ante-Imperium War, Cedelphia became the meeting place for the founders of the new empire. The city's historical role as a neutral ground and its central location were crucial factors in its selection as the new imperial capital. | ||
== Layout == | == Layout == | ||
Cedelphia is a popular destination for tourists, boasting a rich array of architectural and historical wonders. The city was originally a small village that expanded over time into a vast metropolis covering the Five Hills and surrounding areas. Today, it blends classical and modern styles, divided into twelve main districts, with a thirteenth district (the Works) located underground. | Cedelphia is a popular destination for tourists, boasting a rich array of architectural and historical wonders. The city was originally a small village that expanded over time into a vast metropolis covering the Five Hills and surrounding areas. Today, it blends classical and modern styles, divided into twelve main districts, with a thirteenth district (the Works) located underground. | ||
=== | === Districts === | ||
* Five Hills - The heart of the nation, containing the hills it is named after: Aurelio (Veneziano Palace), Palatane (site of the ''Palazzo della Legislatura''), Esquilius (site of the ''Palazzo di Giustizia''), Serviona (TBD), and Caelius (site of the great chapel). The Cephero IV Maximus Memorial sits at the foot of Aurelio, just outside the Great Gates of Veneziano. | |||
* Epoch Plaza - The official center of the city, south of Five Hills, featuring the Cephero I Maximus Memorial. | |||
* Magliana - Home to the Piazza Impellizeri, the Great Clock of the Imperium, the Villa Publica, and the city administration. | |||
* Videnza - Also known as the Ambassadorial Ward, it hosts various embassies from foreign nations. | |||
* Solaris Gardens - Location of the Imperial Botanical Gardens. | |||
* Fobosi - A patrician residential district known for the ''Parco della Fontane'', featuring numerous waterfalls and elaborate fountains. | |||
* TBD Park - Another patrician district famous for the ''Parco della Statua''. | |||
* Casalotti, Salario, Parioli - Upper-class residential districts. | |||
* Flaminio - A business and financial district hosting banks, investment offices, and the Cedelphia branch of the Imperial Mercantile Exchange (IMEX). | |||
* Prenestina - Another business district with a range of shops from luxury to common, and home to Grimaldi & Company and Perelli Brothers. | |||
* Settocamini, Bellarigio, Garbatella, Infernetto, Gandolo, Massaminia, Tuscolana, Tarronova, and Arnaceto - Middle-class residential districts. | |||
* Capanella - Also known as the Military District. | |||
=== | === Works === | ||
A | A twenty-third, mostly underground district not counted among the regular districts. It encompasses a vast network of tunnels and serviceways for city utilities, including water, power, fuel, and heat. | ||
== Services == | == Services == | ||
===Utilities=== | |||
The Cedelphia Works is one of the most extensive networks in the world, comprising hundreds of miles of corridors for accessing and servicing the city's infrastructure needs. Located beneath the city, this network also includes machine shops and workshops stocked with materials for maintenance. | The Cedelphia Works is one of the most extensive networks in the world, comprising hundreds of miles of corridors for accessing and servicing the city's infrastructure needs. Located beneath the city, this network also includes machine shops and workshops stocked with materials for maintenance. | ||
===Transportation=== | |||
Cedelphia offers various modes of transport, including | Cedelphia offers various modes of transport, including taxis, trolley cars, buses, the Cedelphia Metro, bicycles, motorized bicycles, and private vehicles. The Cedelphia Metro, or "Imperial Tubes", is a renowned underground rail network. The Ludovisi Airport provides air travel to major cities across the nation and beyond. The city's rail network converges at Grand Imperial Station, connecting to all major lines. | ||
===National mall=== | |||
The | The capital's national mall, the ''Via Camorazza'', runs from the Great Gates of Veneziano in the Five Hills district through the central southern portion of the city to the Fobosi district, terminating at the ''Parco della Fontane''. The ''Camorazza'' encircles the Cephero Maximus Memorial just outside the Five Hills district before continuing south. It is one of the two largest monuments in the city. | ||
== Defenses == | === Defenses === | ||
Despite its central location, Cedelphia maintains concealed anti-air defenses and artillery batteries. | Despite its central location, Cedelphia maintains concealed anti-air defenses and artillery batteries. Army and air force units at nearby bases act as the city's emergency alert force. Within the city itself, law enforcement is managed by the Cedelphia Police. | ||
== Notes == | == Notes == | ||
The twelve districts listed above do not include the underground district known as the Works. | The twelve districts listed above do not include the underground district known as the Works. | ||
[[Category:Auresia]][[Category: | [[Category:Cities in Auresia]][[Category:Capitals]] | ||
Latest revision as of 19:38, 13 September 2024
Cedelphia is the capital city of Auresia, located on the Corbolo River in the heartland province of TBD. It is a hub of economic activity as well as the seat of the government as site of the principal residence of the emperor and the Imperial family, the meeting places of the Senate and Supreme Court, and the government ministries. The city is one of the oldest major metropolises in the world, known as the "Eternal City" and "Imperial City." Natives of the city are referred to as Cedelphians.
History
Pre-Empire
Before the formation of the Empire, Cedelphia was a flourishing city-state within the Karsk Kingdom of Treviliari. It served as a neutral meeting ground for the various kingdoms, especially during conflicts over the Hattaro Straits and fishing rights, with its neutrality and strategic location made it a pivotal city for diplomatic negotiations and trade.
New imperial capital
In the century leading up to the Ante-Imperium War, Cedelphia became the meeting place for the founders of the new empire. The city's historical role as a neutral ground and its central location were crucial factors in its selection as the new imperial capital.
Layout
Cedelphia is a popular destination for tourists, boasting a rich array of architectural and historical wonders. The city was originally a small village that expanded over time into a vast metropolis covering the Five Hills and surrounding areas. Today, it blends classical and modern styles, divided into twelve main districts, with a thirteenth district (the Works) located underground.
Districts
- Five Hills - The heart of the nation, containing the hills it is named after: Aurelio (Veneziano Palace), Palatane (site of the Palazzo della Legislatura), Esquilius (site of the Palazzo di Giustizia), Serviona (TBD), and Caelius (site of the great chapel). The Cephero IV Maximus Memorial sits at the foot of Aurelio, just outside the Great Gates of Veneziano.
- Epoch Plaza - The official center of the city, south of Five Hills, featuring the Cephero I Maximus Memorial.
- Magliana - Home to the Piazza Impellizeri, the Great Clock of the Imperium, the Villa Publica, and the city administration.
- Videnza - Also known as the Ambassadorial Ward, it hosts various embassies from foreign nations.
- Solaris Gardens - Location of the Imperial Botanical Gardens.
- Fobosi - A patrician residential district known for the Parco della Fontane, featuring numerous waterfalls and elaborate fountains.
- TBD Park - Another patrician district famous for the Parco della Statua.
- Casalotti, Salario, Parioli - Upper-class residential districts.
- Flaminio - A business and financial district hosting banks, investment offices, and the Cedelphia branch of the Imperial Mercantile Exchange (IMEX).
- Prenestina - Another business district with a range of shops from luxury to common, and home to Grimaldi & Company and Perelli Brothers.
- Settocamini, Bellarigio, Garbatella, Infernetto, Gandolo, Massaminia, Tuscolana, Tarronova, and Arnaceto - Middle-class residential districts.
- Capanella - Also known as the Military District.
Works
A twenty-third, mostly underground district not counted among the regular districts. It encompasses a vast network of tunnels and serviceways for city utilities, including water, power, fuel, and heat.
Services
Utilities
The Cedelphia Works is one of the most extensive networks in the world, comprising hundreds of miles of corridors for accessing and servicing the city's infrastructure needs. Located beneath the city, this network also includes machine shops and workshops stocked with materials for maintenance.
Transportation
Cedelphia offers various modes of transport, including taxis, trolley cars, buses, the Cedelphia Metro, bicycles, motorized bicycles, and private vehicles. The Cedelphia Metro, or "Imperial Tubes", is a renowned underground rail network. The Ludovisi Airport provides air travel to major cities across the nation and beyond. The city's rail network converges at Grand Imperial Station, connecting to all major lines.
National mall
The capital's national mall, the Via Camorazza, runs from the Great Gates of Veneziano in the Five Hills district through the central southern portion of the city to the Fobosi district, terminating at the Parco della Fontane. The Camorazza encircles the Cephero Maximus Memorial just outside the Five Hills district before continuing south. It is one of the two largest monuments in the city.
Defenses
Despite its central location, Cedelphia maintains concealed anti-air defenses and artillery batteries. Army and air force units at nearby bases act as the city's emergency alert force. Within the city itself, law enforcement is managed by the Cedelphia Police.
Notes
The twelve districts listed above do not include the underground district known as the Works.