çocuun

Çocuun is a fictional town and municipal seat in the nation of Eldara, situated in the northern highlands along the Çocuun River. It serves as the administrative center of the Çocuun District and has an estimated population of about 12,000 residents. The town is characterized by a mix of historic stone buildings and hillside housing, connected by a network of winding streets.

Name and geography: The toponym Çocuun derives from the local language and is commonly glossed as "stone gate." The town sits at roughly 850–900 meters above sea level in a valley between two forested ridges, with a temperate climate and four distinct seasons. Agriculture and forestry dominate the surrounding countryside.

History: Çocuun traces its origins to a medieval fortification that controlled an ancient trade route. It expanded into a market town in the early modern period and gained regional status through river transport and, later, a railway spur completed in the early 20th century. It was incorporated as a municipality in the late 19th century and has since developed a diversified local economy.

Governance and demography: The town is governed by a mayor and a town council elected for four-year terms. The population is largely ethnically Eldari with a smaller Çocuunian-speaking minority. Education is provided by a central high school and several primary schools.

Economy and culture: The local economy blends agriculture (potatoes, barley, fruit), small-scale manufacturing, and tourism tied to historic sites and outdoor recreation. Çocuun hosts an annual harvest festival and markets that celebrate regional crafts such as weaving and pottery. Notable landmarks include the old fortress ruins, the market square, and the Çocuun River Gorge.