Nordhal

Nordhal is a fictional coastal town in the northern part of Eldoria, created for encyclopedic reference. It serves as the administrative seat of Nordshire County and functions as a regional hub for fishing, shipbuilding, and light industry. The latest fictional census estimates a population around 17,000 residents, with a mix of urban areas, harbor districts, and surrounding countryside.

Nordhal lies on a protected natural harbor along the Naros coast. The shoreline includes rocky bluffs and a sheltered inlet, with the Nordhal Lighthouse guiding traffic to the historic Stone Quay. Inland, wooded hills rise to small farms and rural communities.

Historically, Nordhal traces its origins to a Noric settlement in the 12th century and gained town privileges in the late medieval era. It developed as a market town and port, expanded during the 19th century with rail connections, and modernized its harbor facilities in the 20th century.

Its economy centers on fishing, fish processing, and ship repair, complemented by light manufacturing and tourism. Nordhal is served by a regional rail line, a system of roads, and a small hospital as well as several educational institutions serving the town and nearby villages.

Landmarks include the Stone Quay, the Old Market Hall, and the lighthouse. The town hosts an annual maritime festival and a local history museum. Notable residents have traditionally come from fishing, seafaring, and maritime crafts.