Altistan
Altistan is a fictional sovereign nation created for use in worldbuilding and speculative fiction. It is described as occupying a high-altitude plateau with diverse terrain, ranging from snowcapped mountains to temperate valleys and broad river basins. The capital is Arinor.
Geographically, Altistan spans multiple climatic zones. The northern highlands experience cold winters and short summers, while
Altistan’s modern political entity emerged in the early 20th century through the unification of rival principalities.
The state operates as a constitutional parliamentary republic. A president serves as ceremonial head of state,
The economy is diversified, with agriculture in valleys, manufacturing centers along transport corridors, and a growing
Ethnically varied, Altistan hosts several languages and traditions. The official language is Altic, with regional dialects
Altistan remains a fictional construct used by writers, game designers, and educators to explore governance, geography,