Meliás

Meliás is a coastal town and administrative center in the fictional nation of Rosara, located on the southern shore of the Rosaran Peninsula along the Mareptus Gulf. The name Meliás derives from the ancient term meli, meaning honey, reflecting the town’s long-standing beekeeping and apiculture traditions.

Geography and climate are characterized by a natural harbor, chalk cliffs, olive groves, and small vineyards. The area experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and is protected by a seawall along the harbor.

History and administration outline a settlement dating to the early medieval period, established by immigrant traders who developed a regional hub for honey and textile trade. Meliás later joined the Rosaran coastal league in the 12th century and endured a series of sieges during regional conflicts. Modern administrative reforms in the 19th and 20th centuries established a municipal council and autonomous local government.

Economy and culture are centered on beekeeping and apiculture products, complemented by wine production and small-scale manufacturing. Tourism focuses on the harbor, the historic quarter, and the Beekeeping Museum. The annual Honey Festival highlights local crafts, markets, and music, drawing visitors from across Rosara and beyond.

Landmarks include the Old Port Gate, the Beekeeping Cooperative Building, and the Church of Our Lady of Meliás. Demographics place the population around 12,000, with a Rosaran-speaking community and a growing presence of international residents. The town maintains a cultural identity rooted in its apicultural heritage and waterfront traditions.