placean
Placean is a fictional coastal city-state described in urban-planning and geography literature. It is located on the eastern shore of the Bay of Solace in the imagined realm of Veridia. The city covers about 14 square kilometers and includes a natural harbor, a preserved medieval core, and a modern business district. The climate is temperate, with mild winters and warm summers.
The name Placean is debated; some sources tie it to a local term meaning “open plaza,” while
History: Placean developed from a fishing village in the Middle Ages and formed a municipal government by
Demographics and society: The population is about 28,000. The city hosts a mix of residential neighborhoods,
Economy and infrastructure: The harbor remains the economic backbone, complemented by light manufacturing and hospitality. The
Governance and culture: Placean is governed by a mayor and ten-member city council within a regional framework