Lautuvi

Lautuvi is a municipality in the eastern part of Valicia, a fictional country in the northern region of the continent of Ardentia. It covers an area of about 64 square kilometers and had an estimated population of 3,800 in 2022. The landscape is composed of rolling farmland, mixed forest, and several small lakes. The Lautuvi River flows through the southern edge, supporting irrigation and local fisheries. The climate is temperate, with cold winters and mild summers.

Historically, Lautuvi is first documented in the 13th century as a market settlement serving nearby villages. It gained municipal rights in the mid-19th century and developed a diversified local economy based on agriculture, forestry, and small-scale manufacturing. In the 20th century it saw gradual modernization, including improvements to roads and public services.

The economy remains centered on agriculture, with cereals, dairy, and fruit production. Forestry and wood-processing provide additional employment. The service sector includes education, retail, and tourism, attracted by the countryside, traditional architecture, and a nature reserve on the edge of the municipality.

The population is predominantly of Valician descent, with the Valician language widely spoken alongside a local dialect. The community maintains cultural traditions such as a harvest festival and a midsummer market. Education is provided by a local primary and secondary school, with higher education accessible in neighboring towns.

Lautuvi is governed by a mayor and council. It is connected by regional roads to the capital and neighboring municipalities; rail access is via a connection several kilometers away. Public services include a municipal library and a small health clinic.