Jozjan

Jozjan is a small town situated in the western province of Eldoria, at the intersection of the Greenmist River and the Golden Plains. The settlement sits at an elevation of approximately 380 metres and lies about 135 kilometres east of the provincial capital, Lumin. The town’s coordinates are 36°12′N 10°30′E, placing it within a temperate continental climate zone characterised by warm summers and cold winters.

The origins of Jozjan trace back to the early 15th century, when it was founded by a group of agrarian settlers seeking fertile land. The original settlement, known as “Jozjan Old,” was later expanded into its current form during the 18th century. A local legend holds that the name “Jozjan” derives from the Old Eldorian word for “peaceful valley.” Throughout its history, the town has maintained a largely self-sufficient economy based on mixed farming, with dairy and wheat as primary products. In recent decades, a modest mining sector has emerged, exploiting nearby limestone and gypsum deposits.

Jozjan’s population, according to the latest census conducted in 2022, is approximately 5,200 residents. The demographic composition is predominantly Eldorian, with a small minority of the neighboring Vakar people. The town council, elected by local citizens, governs the municipal affairs and oversees public services such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure maintenance.

Culturally, Jozjan hosts annual festivals that celebrate agricultural heritage and local folklore. Notable sites include the 16th‑century St. Michael Church, the Jozjan Castle ruins overlooking the Greenmist River, and the annual Greenmist Harvest Fair, which attracts visitors from surrounding regions. The town also houses a small regional museum showcasing artifacts from the area’s pre‑historic and medieval periods.

Although modest in size, Jozjan has developed a reputation for its hospitality and preserved rural character, making it a quiet destination for cultural tourism within Eldoria.