Mlijn

Mlijn is a small municipality in the northern Verdani province of Verdania, a fictional country. It lies in the Ardent Valley along the Nira River, occupying about 14 square kilometers and sitting at roughly 120 meters above sea level. The population is around 2,800 residents, with Verdani as the dominant language and a minority of Lira speakers in the outskirts.

The name Mlijn is said to combine Verdani elements meaning "rock" and "line," a reference to the town's position along a rocky riverside promontory.

Mlijn was founded in the 12th century as a river crossing and market settlement. It grew with medieval trade routes and expanded again in the 19th century with railway access. The town sustained flood damage in 1917 and underwent rapid urban modernization in the interwar period. Tourism and small-scale manufacturing became important in the late 20th century.

Municipal governance is led by a mayor and a 12-member council elected every four years. Mlijn is part of Verdania's Central District and collaborates with neighboring municipalities on regional services.

The local economy relies on dairy farming, crop production, and crafts, complemented by visitor-oriented services. Cultural life centers on an annual harvest festival and an autumn street market. Notable sites include the Riverbank Abbey ruins, the Lumen Bridge, and the Old Town Hall.

Mlijn is connected by regional roads; the nearest railway station is in Brinholt, a short bus ride away. A local primary school and a secondary school share facilities with the district.