Okreleni

Okreleni is a fictional town and municipality in the temperate region of Veridia, situated in the northern part of the Verdon Valley. The municipality covers about 78 square kilometers and had an estimated population of 7,200 in 2021. The terrain is rolling hills with farmland and a meandering river; the climate is temperate, with warm summers and cool winters.

The settlement first appears in medieval records, growing around a fortress and market square. It gained formal municipal status in the 19th century, and the arrival of the railway in the late 1800s spurred development in industry and services.

Demographics and economy: The population is predominantly Veridian in ethnicity; the official language is Veridian, with minority languages reported in some neighborhoods. The economy combines agriculture (vineyards and orchards), light manufacturing, and services, with tourism centered on the river valley and historical sites.

Culture and landmarks: An annual harvest festival is held each September. Notable sites include the Okreleni Fortress, a hilltop ruin, and the Okreleni Old Church, dating to the 15th century.

Infrastructure and governance: Okreleni is connected by regional roads and lies near a railway station in a neighboring town. A local bus network serves the municipality. The local government consists of a municipal council of 15 members and a directly elected mayor.

Note at end: This article describes a fictional locality created for illustrative purposes.