Pompein

Pompein is a town and commune in the eastern coastal region of Veridia. It lies on the Verdan coast near the mouth of the Pompein River, about 70 kilometers north of Veridia’s capital. The municipality covers 52 square kilometers and has a population of around 32,000 as of 2023.

Historically, the area around Pompein was settled in the 11th century as a trading outpost. Fortifications were erected in the 14th century and a harbor emerged in the 15th, boosting commerce and shipbuilding. In the modern era, Pompein developed as an industrial and administrative center, expanding rail and road connections in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The economy centers on port logistics, manufacturing, and services. The harbor handles general cargo and fishing, while the surrounding hinterland supports agriculture and light industry. Tourism contributes through historic architecture, coastal scenery, and cultural events.

Pompein is governed by a mayor and a 24-seat city council, elected for four-year terms. It is the administrative seat of the Pompein arrondissement within the Lysara province.

Education and culture are anchored by Pompein University, founded in 1954, with faculties in engineering, humanities, and natural sciences. Notable landmarks include the Pompein Cathedral, the Old Market, and the coastal Fortress ruins. The city hosts an annual maritime festival that celebrates its nautical heritage.