Bergas

Bergas is a fictional town and municipality set in a temperate highland region. It comprises a central urban core and several surrounding villages, connected by local roads and small rivers. The local government is a council-led administration headed by a mayor, with a small civil service and elected councilors representing different districts.

Geography and climate: The area features rolling hills, mixed forests, and agricultural valleys. The climate is mild with distinct seasons, supporting crop farming, pasture, and forestry.

History: The settlement traces back to medieval times and grew as a market town in the early modern era. It expanded through mining and woodworking in the 19th and early 20th centuries and has since diversified into services and light manufacturing.

Economy: Bergas’ economy is diversified, with agriculture, forestry, and small-scale manufacturing forming the backbone. Tourism focuses on the countryside landscape, local crafts, and cultural heritage sites.

Demographics and culture: The population is small, with multi-generational communities in the town center and rural villages. Local life centers on an annual festival, a parish church, a community hall, and markets selling regional products.