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LighthillWhith is a fictional coastal town created for a collaborative encyclopedia and fiction project. Set in the imagined nation of Almarin, it sits on a sheltered harbor along the western coast and serves as the principal port of the Lighthill region. The town combines maritime heritage with rural landscapes and is known for its lighthouse district and historic shipyards.

History: Founded in the 12th century by fishing families, LighthillWhith grew around a beacon built in 1284, which gave the town its name. Through the 18th and 19th centuries the harbor expanded, shipbuilding flourished, and trade connected inland markets with overseas ports. The 20th century brought economic change, with some decline in traditional industries, followed by a period of cultural and tourism-led revival.

Geography and climate: The harbor is sheltered by a crescent breakwater and backed by rolling hills. The climate is temperate maritime, with mild winters and cool, wet summers.

Economy: The local economy historically depended on fishing and shipbuilding; today it relies on tourism, light manufacturing, and services, with the lighthouse district and waterfront markets drawing visitors.

Landmarks: Lighthill Lighthouse, the Old Pier, Windwatcher Cliff, and the Mariners Market anchor the town's cultural landscape.

Administration and demographics: The population is in the low thousands; governance is through a town council led by a mayor within the larger Almarin prefecture. Education is provided by LighthillWhith Community College and a primary school.

Cultural life: The annual Maritime Festival celebrates seafaring heritage with parades, boat parades, and seafood dishes.