Ooltah

Ooltah is a town and municipality located in the Zeer River valley in the fictional state of Ardinia. It serves as the administrative seat of the Ooltah District and lies about 60 kilometers north of the national capital. The town combines a historic core with surrounding farmland and provides local services to nearby rural communities.

The town traces its origin to 1724, when settlers established a trading post at the river bend. It grew gradually through river and later rail transport, with a railway line reaching the town in 1897. Ooltah received municipal status in 1953 and has since expanded its infrastructure, including schools, a hospital facility, and market spaces.

Geographically, Ooltah features a temperate climate and moderate rainfall, with about 700 millimeters of precipitation annually. The landscape is characterized by gentle hills and river terraces along the Zeer, creating fertile soils that support agricultural activity and scenic riverside areas.

As of the 2021 census, the population of Ooltah is around 8,500 residents. The community is predominantly Ardinian in ethnicity, with Ardinian as the official language and minority communities represented in local life. The town shows a balanced age structure and a growing service sector.

The local economy centers on agriculture (notably grains and dairy), light manufacturing linked to wood products, and services such as retail, education, and health care. Ooltah also attracts visitors with its riverside park, historic market square, and annual harvest festival.

Notable institutions include two primary schools, a secondary school, a regional library, and a small regional hospital. The town is governed by a municipal council within the framework of Ardinian regional administration.