Datuma

Datuma is a coastal city-state and regional capital located on the eastern coast of the continent of Lyria. With a natural harbor and a protected bay, the city serves as a major maritime and administrative center for the surrounding province.

The city spans roughly 180 square kilometers and includes the Old Quarter, Riverside District, and Satellite Heights. The climate is subtropical maritime, with hot summers, mild winters, and a monsoon-influenced rainy season.

Datuma arose as a trading post in the ninth century. It gained city-state status in the thirteenth century, expanded through maritime trade in the Renaissance, and gradually integrated into modern governance in the twentieth century while preserving local autonomy.

Datuma operates as a parliamentary republic with a president as head of state and a prime minister as head of government. The unicameral Senate of 60 members is elected for four-year terms, while local councils administer districts.

The economy centers on port services, shipbuilding, logistics, and fisheries. The Datuma Free Trade Zone attracts manufacturers and traders. Tourism supports services around the harbor, historic sites, and cultural festivals.

The official language is Datuman; others spoken include Seltari and Varin. The city hosts the Maritime Festival annually and has diverse cuisines emphasizing seafood and citrus.

Education includes Datuma University and several specialized institutes. Notable landmarks include the Temple of the Tide, the Celestine Lighthouse, and the Floating Market.