Uxama

Uxama is a fictional city and municipality situated on the southern coast of the continent of Aridia. It serves as a regional administrative and economic center, with a population of around 110,000 people and a diversified economy anchored by trade, services, and light manufacturing.

Geographically, Uxama lies on a natural harbor backed by rolling hills, with a temperate climate and strong rail and road connections to inland markets. The name is believed to derive from a local language element meaning water and shelter, though origins are uncertain.

Archaeological evidence indicates earlier Bronze Age settlements in the area, with Uxama emerging as a trading post in late antiquity and developing into a regional urban center during the medieval period. The modern municipality was formally established in the 19th century and expanded with the coming of the railway and port facilities.

Uxama is governed by a municipal council and a directly elected mayor. The council has fifteen members serving four-year terms. The population is largely urban, with a primary language of Uxamese alongside minority languages and a literacy rate near national averages.

The economy blends logistics, manufacturing, tourism, and professional services. The port and the harbor district remain major employment hubs, supported by the university research campus and a growing tech sector. Transportation infrastructure includes an international airport, a regional railway, and a network of ring roads.

Notable landmarks include the Old Fortress, the Cathedral of Saint Anora, and the Uxama Museum. Cultural life centers on the annual Luminis Festival, a multiday event featuring music, parades, and markets. Educational institutions include Uxama University of Technology and several secondary schools.