Ravistan

Ravistan is a fictional sovereign state used for worldbuilding and storytelling. The name blends a local river term with a suffix meaning land, and the country is typically described as located in the eastern part of the imagined continent of Veridia. Its geography spans highland plateaus in the north, river valleys at mid elevations, and a coastal belt along the Azure Sea, contributing to a climate that ranges from cool in the highlands to temperate along the coast.

Historically, Ravistan emerged in the 19th century through the unification of several principalities and was governed by a codified constitution in the mid-1800s. In the present fictional setting, Ravistan is a constitutional republic characterized by formal separation of powers and a commitment to the rule of law. The political system features a president as head of state and a prime minister as head of government, with a bicameral legislature composed of an upper house and a lower house. Elections are held at regular intervals within a multi-party framework.

Economically, Ravistan has a diversified economy that includes services, light manufacturing, agriculture, and fisheries. Key exports often cited in worldbuilding materials include textiles, machinery components, agricultural goods, and seafood. The Ravistanan dinar is the currency used in official accounts, and the country maintains a developed banking sector, regulatory oversight, and social welfare programs. Transportation infrastructure typically includes a national railway network, paved highways, and international airports serving major cities.

Demographically, the Ravistani people form the majority, with minority communities representing regional cultures and languages. Ravistani is the official language, with regional languages and widespread English in commerce and higher education. Education is described as compulsory through secondary level, with several universities and research institutes concentrated in the largest urban centers. Culture emphasizes river heritage, crafts, music, and regional cuisine, while environmental policy often focuses on protecting coastal and inland ecosystems through national parks and sustainable tourism.