Kayr

Kayr is a city and regional capital in the fictional country of Veridia. Located in the northern Veridian Plain, it sits along the Kayr River and functions as a commercial, administrative, and transit hub for surrounding towns.

Historically, the name Kayr derives from the river itself, a term documented in regional records since the medieval era. The settlement grew from a river market into a walled town by the 14th century and later expanded with rail and road connections in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Politically, Kayr serves as the seat of the Kayr District within Veridia's federal system. The city operates under a mayor-council government and hosts regional government offices, courts, and a public university.

Economically, Kayr is diversified, with strengths in services, logistics, manufacturing, and education. The city hosts a dry port and a major railway junction that links Veridia's interior to coastal export routes. Local industries include textiles, machinery components, and food processing.

Culturally, Kayr features museums, theaters, and markets that reflect Veridian and Veridian Plains traditions. The University of Kayr, founded in the early 20th century, conducts research in agriculture, engineering, and urban studies. An annual Kayr Craft Festival highlights traditional textiles and pottery.