Mkood

Mkood is a city and provincial capital in the fictional country of Nyridia. It serves as a regional administrative and economic hub in the central lowlands.

The name Mkood derives from the Oqari language and means "meeting place," reflecting its historic role as a crossroad market.

Location on the Yaran River in the central lowlands gives Mkood a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters.

Founded as a medieval market town, Mkood expanded after a bridge was built across the Yaran in the 14th century. A 19th-century rail link accelerated growth, and the city developed into an administrative center after Nyridia's political reforms.

As of 2020, Mkood has a population of about 450,000. The official language is Nyridian, with widespread use of English in business and education. The city is ethnically diverse, including communities connected to surrounding rural areas.

Mkood's economy centers on services, logistics, light manufacturing, and education. Its river port and rail corridor facilitate trade, while agriculture dominates the hinterland economy.

Cultural life centers on the National University of Mkood and the annual River Festival. Notable landmarks include the Old Bazaar, Riverside Park, and the Grand Theater.

Administratively, Mkood is governed by a city council within Mkood Governorate. It is served by Mkood International Airport, a network of expressways, a central rail station, and a river port.