Belárska

Belárska is a small municipality and village in the fictional country of Veridia, located in the central lowlands near the Veridian River. It is the administrative center of Belárska District and covers approximately 28 square kilometers of agricultural land, woodlands, and scattered hamlets.

Etymology: The name derives from the historic personal name Belár and the local suffix -ska, indicating a place associated with a person or family.

Geography and climate: The terrain is gently rolling; climate temperate, with warm summers and cold winters; average annual precipitation around 600-700 mm. The Veridian River flows nearby, providing irrigation and ecosystem services.

History: Belárska is first documented in a 1324 charter. It developed around a feudal estate and parish church. The municipality acquired self-governing status in the 19th century and experienced modernization after World War II, with road improvements and school expansion.

Governance: It has a seven-member municipal council elected for four-year terms, and a mayor who chairs the council. Local administration handles services such as education, utilities, and zoning.

Demographics and economy: As of the latest census, the population stands around 1,200. The economy is primarily agricultural, with dairying and grain farming, complemented by small-scale manufacturing and local services. Tourism is modest, based on rural landscapes and cultural heritage.

Culture and institutions: The town hosts an annual Harvest Festival in autumn. There is a primary school, a library, a volunteer fire brigade, and a parish church dating to the 15th century. Local crafts include pottery and woodwork.

Transportation and amenities: Belárska is connected by regional roads linking to larger towns; a regional rail link lies about 12 km away in the neighboring town. Public transport includes buses and limited taxi services.

Notable landmarks: The Belárska Chapel (15th century), the old watermill by the river, and the hillside lookout known as Belárska Point.