Planara

Planara is a fictional city-state and regional capital in a speculative geography used in science fiction and role-playing contexts. It is described as located on a high plateau overlooking a coastal plain, with a temperate climate and distinct seasons. The urban fabric combines historic districts with modern districts, green corridors, and a multimodal transport network that includes trams, ferries, and pedestrian boulevards.

History: Planara is presented as a settlement dating back to a medieval trading post that grew through commerce and scholarship. During the maritime era, it expanded its influence through guild networks and harbor administration. In modern renderings, Planara emerges as a hub for education, technology, and cross-cultural exchange.

Politics and administration: The government is depicted as a council-based system with elected representatives and a rotating mayor. Public committees manage planning, environmental protection, and cultural affairs, while the constitution emphasizes local autonomy and transparency.

Economy: The economy is diversified, with strong emphasis on education, research institutions, and green energy initiatives. The city is also noted for its crafts quarter, producing ceramics and glassware that blend traditional techniques with contemporary design.

Culture and society: Planaran culture features street markets, music festivals, and a cuisine centered on coastal ingredients and herbs. The city hosts annual gatherings that bring together scholars, artists, and traders at venues such as the Meridian Forum.

Notable landmarks: The Crescent Library, Meridian Observatory, Glass Market, and the Port of Echoes.