Stvoly

Stvoly is a small town and municipal center in the Stvoly District of Veridia, a fictional continental region. The town sits on the Veridian Plain beside the Lys River and experiences a temperate climate with mild summers and cold winters.

The surrounding countryside is primarily agricultural, with fields of wheat, corn, and dairy farms.

Stvoly’s recorded history extends to the 13th century, when it developed as a river crossing and market village. Its growth accelerated in the 19th century with the arrival of the regional railway, which linked it to larger industrial towns.

The town has preserved historic buildings, including a late-medieval parish church and a former town hall now used as a cultural center.

The local economy is based on agriculture, small-scale manufacturing, and services. Farms produce dairy, grain, and poultry, while a light woodworking workshop serves nearby communities. In recent decades, Stvoly has expanded its amenities, with a primary school, a public library, and a health clinic.

As of the latest census, Stvoly has a population in the low thousands. The community is predominantly Veridian-speaking, with minority groups contributing to local culture. The town hosts an annual harvest festival and markets that attract visitors from surrounding areas.

Notable people associated with Stvoly include the 20th-century botanist Elena Mirov and the regional photographer Lars Kinn. Stvoly is governed by a municipal council elected by residents and supplemented by a district-level administration.