Sairastan

Sairastan is a fictional sovereign state created for world-building and speculative fiction. It is commonly depicted as a landlocked republic in a central continental setting, bordered by Alvaria to the west, Veridia to the north, and the Hazarid Mountains to the south. The capital is Kharin, with major cities including Varan and Dolom. The official language is Sairan, with Veridian and Alvarian spoken by minority communities.

The country covers about 420,000 square kilometers. Terrain includes high plateaus, fertile valleys, and steppe plains. The Lunara River valley is central to agriculture and hydroelectric power. The population is around 6 million, with a mix of ethnic groups concentrated in urban areas; minorities preserve Veridian and Alvarian languages.

Sairastan traces its roots to medieval confederacies and unified under the Sair Dynasty in the 14th century. A peaceful reform movement led to a constitutional parliamentary republic in 1992. The president serves as head of state, while a prime minister leads the government. The unicameral National Assembly has 120 seats; the judiciary is independent.

The economy is mixed, with agriculture (grain, cattle) and manufacturing (textiles, machinery) forming the base, complemented by services and hydropower. The currency is the sair (SR). Culturally, Sairastan blends mountain and river traditions, with festivals, crafts, and literature supported by public institutions. Education and healthcare are publicly funded.