Dravos

Dravos is a city in the fictional nation of Valora, located on the Dravos River in the northern Lowlands. It is the administrative capital of Valora Province and a regional economic hub. The city has a population of about 320,000 and covers an area of roughly 128 square kilometers. Its urban fabric blends a preserved medieval core with modern districts, riverfront promenades, and a university campus.

Dravos originated as a river trading post on early medieval routes and received city rights in the 11th century. It grew as a center of crafts and trade, expanding through the industrial era with rail links and diversified industries. In recent decades it has shifted toward services, high-tech manufacturing, and logistics, while investing in environmental restoration and public transit.

Dravos lies in a temperate zone with four distinct seasons. It sits in a river valley with fertile soils nearby, and floodplains along the Dravos River are managed through planning and parks.

Key sectors include engineering, logistics, education, and healthcare. The Dravos Free Trade Zone and river port facilities support regional commerce, while the university and research institutes contribute to innovation and skilled employment.

Dravos hosts a university campus, several theaters, museums, and a riverside festival each autumn. Architectural landmarks range from remains of the medieval town walls to contemporary civic buildings.

Dravos operates under a mayor-council government within Valora's provincial framework. The population is diverse, with multiple language communities and religious traditions represented.