Çoalmaya

Çoalmaya is a fictional coastal town in the Moradian Republic, a small archipelagic nation. It sits along a protected harbor on the eastern shore of the Moradian Sea, backed by olive groves and low limestone hills. The town has a temperate climate with dry summers and wet winters, influenced by sea breezes.

Etymology and history: The name Çoalmaya appears in Moradian chronicles from the 16th century, deriving from a local term for "harbor of olives." It developed as a fishing village and trading post, expanding in the 17th and 18th centuries with the establishment of a tidal port and small shipyards. In the 19th and 20th centuries it diversified into agriculture and crafts, while remaining a regional hub for seafood.

Economy and demographics: The population is around 8,000 residents. The economy centers on small-scale fishing, seafood processing, olive and grape cultivation, and modest tourism. Local enterprises include cooperatives for tuna canning and olive oil production. The town maintains a coastal market and a weekly fair.

Culture, governance, and transport: Çoalmaya is governed by a town council under the Moradian federal district. It hosts an annual harvest festival and a lantern-lit harbor procession. The local cuisine features fish stews, grilled sardines, olive oil delicacies, and lemon pastries. Transportation relies on a network of roads, a small ferry terminal, and a protective harbor for fishing boats; a junction road links to inland towns.