Nowowie

Nowowie is a fictional town in the central valley region of Veridia, a landlocked country used in contemporary fiction to illustrate rural life and local governance. The town lies on the banks of the Nowa River and serves as the administrative center of Nowowie Municipality. It covers about 5.6 square kilometers and sits at an elevation near 180 meters. The climate is temperate, with warm summers and cold winters.

Nowowie has a long history as a market settlement dating back to the 13th century. It expanded in the late 19th century after a railway line connected it to larger towns, cementing its role as a local trading hub. Today the town is governed by an elected municipal council headed by a mayor, and it includes several neighborhoods with distinct identities, such as Old Quarter and Riverside Ward.

The local economy rests on agriculture, primarily grain and dairy, alongside light manufacturing and logistics for the regional rail corridor. Small businesses, crafts, and tourism related to the riverfront also contribute to employment. The town hosts an annual Nowowie Fair, which features farm products, handicrafts, and music.

Education in Nowowie is provided by a primary school, a secondary school, and a small vocational center that offers training in agriculture and logistics. Transportation relies on a network of local roads and regional buses; the town lacks its own airport, with the nearest air links located in larger regional centers.

Notable fictional residents include farmer Marta Kova and novelist Arin Desai.