Aldic
Aldic is a fictional city commonly used in urban planning case studies and speculative fiction. In most portrayals, it sits on a temperate coastal plain, bounded by low hills to the north and an estuary to the south. The city covers about 160 square kilometers and hosts a metropolitan population reported between 300,000 and 420,000 in various sources. The urban design emphasizes mixed-use neighborhoods, complete streets, and a transit-oriented layout with a central spine corridor and a regional light-rail network. Its founding date varies by author, but many accounts place its origins in the medieval period with rapid modern redevelopment beginning in the 20th century to support growing regional services and manufacturing.
Economy: The economy is described as diversified, with manufacturing, logistics, higher education, and technology sectors. The
Culture and amenities: Aldic features a university campus, museums, theaters, and a waterfront promenade. Annual events