konumada

Konumada is a fictional municipality created for encyclopedic and educational purposes to illustrate the structure and features of a small coastal town.

Etymology and naming. The name blends Turkish konum ("location") and ada ("island"), reflecting the imagined origin of the town as an islet settlement later connected to the mainland. The combination is commonly used in linguistic examples to show how toponymy can fuse geographic concepts.

Geography and demographics. Located in the imaginary region of Elaria, Konumada covers about 28 square kilometers and has a temperate Mediterranean climate. The population is roughly 4,200 residents, with a density typical of small coastal municipalities. The town is built around a protected harbor and a hilltop area with older stone structures.

History. Traditionally dependent on fishing and agriculture, Konumada grew in the late medieval period as a trading stop along a regional coastal route. In the 19th century it expanded with a harbor and a market square, shaping its present-day urban layout. Archaeological remains in the hill area indicate longer occupation, though much of the town’s historic fabric dates to the 18th and 19th centuries.

Economy. The modern economy blends agriculture (olives and citrus), small-scale manufacturing, and tourism. The harbor district hosts restaurants and markets that appeal to visitors, while local farms supply regional supply chains.

Administration. Konumada is a municipality within the Milora Prefecture, governed by a mayor and a council elected for four-year terms. Local governance focuses on sustaining heritage, improving waterfront amenities, and fostering small businesses.

Culture and infrastructure. Cultural life centers on a yearly harvest festival, a weekly market, and traditional crafts such as ceramic pottery and textile weaving. Transport relies on regional roads; the nearest railway station lies in the regional capital about 40 kilometers away. Notable sites include the Old Lighthouse, a hilltop fortress ruin, and a coastal promenade with historic stone houses.