Laiset

Laiset is a town and commune in the central Veridian region of Veridia. It serves as the administrative seat of Laiset Municipality. The population was about 4,800 in 2023. The town lies on the Lais River, near the foothills of the Sorn Mountains, in a landscape of fields and woodland.

The surrounding countryside is gently rolling. The climate is temperate, with mild summers and cool winters. Average annual precipitation is about 720 mm, with most rain in autumn and winter.

Laiset traces back to the 12th century, with a parish church and fortified site mentioned in medieval records. Municipal rights were established in the 15th century; the arrival of the railway in 1876 spurred growth and later industrial development.

The contemporary economy combines agriculture, light manufacturing, and services. Farms grow cereals and grapes for a small winery, while textiles and printing provide local employment. Tourism centers on the historic town core and surrounding natural scenery.

Local government is a municipal council elected for four-year terms, headed by a mayor. Laiset is part of the Veridian national framework, with municipal matters handled by the council and its committees.

The town has two primary schools and a secondary school. An annual festival, La Lumière, celebrates history, music, and crafts. A local dialect coexists with the national language, reflecting a distinct cultural identity.

Notable landmarks include the 14th-century Laisin Church and Laiset Mount Park. Laiset is connected by regional roads; the nearest rail station is in a neighboring town, and the international airport lies about 60 kilometers away.