Mettetelo

Mettetelo is a fictional town and municipality in the coastal region of Veridia. It is located on the sheltered Lirio Bay, about 60 kilometers from Veridia’s capital, and is built around a hilltop old town that overlooks the harbor. The municipality covers roughly 42 square kilometers and has a population of about 6,400 as of 2020.

Veridian climate is Mediterranean, with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers. The town’s geography combines coastal plains with gentle hills, supporting a local economy that blends fishing communities, historic harbor activities, and hillside agriculture.

Founded in the 12th century as a feudal settlement, Mettetelo developed as a trading port and fishing hub. It was incorporated into the unified Veridian state in the 16th century and gained broad municipal autonomy in 1832. The historical core preserves narrow streets and stone buildings that reflect its maritime heritage.

Today the economy focuses on fishing, small-scale ship repair, olive oil and wine production, and growing tourism related to the harbor and historic center. The population is predominantly Veridian, with small immigrant communities; Veridian is the official language, spoken alongside local dialects in older neighborhoods.

Landmarks include the parish Church of San Matteo, a 13th-century lighthouse, and remnants of medieval town walls. The annual Maritime Festival attracts visitors for sailing events and seafood markets. Mettetelo is governed by a municipal council and a mayor and is part of the Porto-Veridia intermunicipal association. It is connected by a coastal highway and a nearby regional railway, with a seasonal ferry link to nearby islets.