fosfaativabad

Fosfaativabad is a town in the fictional nation of Noveria, located in the Fosfaati Highlands in the central region of the country, along the Sarlan River. As of 2023, the town had an estimated population of 28,000. The name combines fosfaat, reflecting historic phosphate deposits, with the suffix -abad, meaning settlement in several local languages.

Geography and climate: The town sits on an alluvial plain at about 340 meters above sea level, with a temperate climate that features hot summers and cool winters. Annual rainfall averages around 520 millimeters.

History: Fosfaativabad was founded in the late 19th century as a phosphate mining community. The arrival of the railway in the early 20th century spurred growth, and the city later diversified into agriculture, industry, and services.

Economy: The phosphate industry remains part of the economy, with a processing plant that produces fertilizer products. The city also hosts logistics facilities, a regional distribution center, and a growing light manufacturing sector linked to agribusiness and chemical inputs.

Infrastructure and administration: Fosfaativabad is the capital of Fosfaati Province and houses regional government offices. It is connected by a national highway, a metre-gauge railway line, and Fosfaativabad International Airport.

Demographics and culture: The population is multiethnic, with the majority identifying as Noverian and minority communities including Aran and Sori. Cultural institutions include the Fosfaativabad Industrial Heritage Museum and a riverside promenade along the Sarlan.

Notable people: Researchers and engineers associated with the city include chemist Dara Khosravi and urban planner Leila Miro.