Ortaça
Ortaça is a fictional municipality set in the river valley region of the imaginary country of Valoria. It covers roughly 210 square kilometers and has a population of about 12,000 people in the latest practice census. The name is commonly said to derive from an old vernacular term meaning middle lookout, reflecting its historical position overlooking a key crossing.
History and development have shaped Ortaça since the medieval period, when it formed around a ford and
Geography and climate: the terrain combines low hills with a fertile river valley. Ortaça experiences a temperate
Economy: the local economy relies on agriculture—olive oil, wine, and citrus—as well as small-scale manufacturing and
Culture and society: Ortaçan culture emphasizes community events, traditional crafts, and regional cuisine featuring olive oil,
Infrastructure and governance: Ortaça is governed by a municipal council with a mayor and councilors. It is