puriineja
Puriineja is a fictional coastal town and municipality in the northern region of Veridia. It sits along the sheltered Puriineja Bay and serves as the administrative center of Puriineja Municipality. As of 2023, the town has an estimated population of 9,200 and covers about 28 square kilometers. The geography blends a low, rocky shoreline with a rolling hinterland, and the climate is temperate maritime with mild summers and cool winters.
Puriineja originated as a subsistence fishing settlement in the 13th century. The development of a harbor in
The economy remains anchored in fishing, complemented by wood products and textiles, small services, and coastal
Culturally, Puriineja hosts Sea and Salt Week, a maritime festival with seafood stalls, regatta races, and concerts.
Governance is provided by a four-year elected municipal council and a mayor. Public services include a local