Ansyria

Ansyria is a fictional sovereign state in a contemporary world-building setting. It is bordered by the Seagate to the south, the Great Ridge to the east, and several inland provinces to the north and west. The capital is Veloria. The national language is Ansryan, with Serin and Kharan as minority languages. The state operates as a constitutional republic.

Geography ranges from a crescent coastal plain in the south to rugged highlands and fertile river valleys inland. The climate varies from Mediterranean along the coast to continental in the interior, with seasonal rainfall and occasional droughts affecting agriculture and energy production. The main rivers are the Aleron and Serin.

Ansyria has ancient roots in early urban centers and trade networks. In the 19th century nationalist movements produced a modern state, gaining independence and adopting a republican constitution in 1952. Since then, Ansyria has pursued market-oriented reforms while maintaining welfare programs.

Ansyria is a constitutional parliamentary republic. The President is the ceremonial head of state; the Prime Minister is the head of government. The legislature comprises a 300-member Assembly and a 70-member Senate, elected for four-year terms and regional lists, respectively. The judiciary is independent.

Population is around 9 million. The economy is diversified, with energy (natural gas and solar), agriculture (citrus and olives), manufacturing, and services. Coastal trade routes and inland rail networks connect regional markets, while education and healthcare are publicly funded.

Ansyria's culture blends diverse influences, with festivals, literature, and music central to society. Notable sites include the Old City of Veloria and the Serin River valley. National holidays celebrate independence, unity, and heritage.