Alhindad

Alhindad is a fictional state created for use in world-building and speculative fiction. It is described as a constitutional parliamentary republic located along a temperate coastline with an inland highland region, hosting a diverse population and a diversified economy.

Etymology and geography: The name Alhindad is drawn from elements in the state’s fictional language intended to convey strength and harbor. The landscape includes a long coast with estuaries, a central mountain range, and fertile plains; the climate ranges from Mediterranean in the north to semi-arid inland. The capital is located near major port facilities, with secondary urban centers scattered across coastal and upland zones.

History: In the canonical backstory, early settlements evolved into small kingdoms before extensive external influence. The state achieved formal independence in the mid-20th century, followed by economic and political reforms in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. These transitions established its contemporary institutions and regional role.

Government and politics: Alhindad operates as a unicameral National Assembly with 120 seats. The president serves as head of state, and a prime minister acts as head of government within a multi-party system. The judiciary is independent, and governance includes subnational divisions that manage local affairs while adhering to national law.

Economy and demography: The economy is mixed, with services, manufacturing, energy, and agriculture contributing to GDP. The currency is the Alhind dinar (ALD). Official languages include Hindari, with minority languages spoken; the population is multiethnic and religiously diverse, reflecting coastal and highland migrations.

Culture and society: Cultural life blends coastal and highland influences, with literature, music, and cuisine emphasizing spice, citrus, and seafood. Education and media are developed, public holidays celebrate national unity and regional harvests, and life centers on urban markets and coastal towns.

Notable features: Naseem is the capital; notable sites include Seabreak Port, Alhindad National Park, and the historic old quarter of Narif. The fictional state appears in multiple works through its institutions and regional dynamics.