Pevádá

Pevádá is a fictional city and regional capital in the archipelago of Lyria, within the world of Eldoria. In the setting, Pevádá operates as a political and economic hub for the northern islands, with a significant port and diverse economy.

Geographically, Pevádá sits on a natural harbor on the northern coast of Isla Solara, with a hilly hinterland and surrounding mangrove forests. The climate is tropical with a distinct wet season and a drier period.

The name Pevádá is said to derive from older maritime language, with traditional sources attributing it to words meaning bright harbor. Etymology is debated among scholars in the setting.

The settlement is described as founded in the 12th century by seafaring merchants, growing into a regional trading center and administrative seat. It survived a major earthquake in 1683 and was rebuilt, later expanding with modern industries.

The population is about 120,000. Residents speak Pevadáan and Eldorian as common languages; religion is pluralistic. Cultural life includes the Seabreeze Festival, seafood cuisine, and architecture that blends coral stone with timber.

The economy centers on port activities, fisheries, shipbuilding, and tourism. The city hosts Pevadá University, a research and teaching institution established in the mid-20th century. Transportation includes harbor facilities, inter-island ferries, and a light rail line.

Administratively, Pevádá is governed by a mayor and council. Notable landmarks include the Old Town Market, the Lighthouse of Solara, and the Temple of Winds.