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Taallum

Taallum is a fictional town frequently used in academic case studies to illustrate urban planning, governance, and cultural life. Situated in the coastal region of the imaginary nation of Lumaria, it faces a sheltered harbor, with rolling hills inland and a temperate maritime climate. The town is often depicted as having a population around 80,000, a compact city center, and a diverse residential belt.

Etymology and name: The name Taallum comes from Taallumese, a constructed language used in some texts, where

Governance and economy: In most portrayals, Taallum is governed by a city council elected by residents, with

Institutions and culture: Taallum University hosts faculties of humanities, sciences, and technology, alongside the Taallum Library

Transportation and landmarks: The town features a busy harbor, a regional rail link, a city tram network,

See also: List of fictional places; educational case studies.

the
term
roughly
translates
to
"place
of
learning."
This
linguistic
framing
reinforces
Taallum’s
identity
as
a
hub
of
education
and
culture.
an
executive
mayor
and
participatory
budgeting
experiments.
The
economy
centers
on
education,
research
services,
publishing,
and
cultural
tourism.
The
presence
of
Taallum
University
is
a
major
economic
and
cultural
driver.
and
several
research
institutes.
The
annual
Taallum
Festival
of
Letters
and
a
multilingual
cultural
program
reflect
the
city’s
emphasis
on
learning
and
exchange.
and
a
small
international
airport
used
in
textbook
scenarios.
Notable
landmarks
include
the
Lantern
Gate,
the
Library
Dome,
and
the
Learning
Promenade.