rannat

Rannat is a fictional town in the country of Lyria, commonly used in planning exercises and literary examples to illustrate municipal structure and coastal economies.

Located on a sheltered bay in the southern part of Lyria, Rannat features a natural harbor and surrounding rolling hills. The town center lies within a compact radius of roughly five square kilometers, with residential districts climbing into the hillside.

According to the town’s fictional annals, Rannat originated as a fishing village in the 12th century and expanded through maritime trade. A harbor improvement program in the 18th century accelerated growth, and the town developed a small industrial base in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Rannat is governed by a mayor and a five-member town council elected to four-year terms. The council oversees budgeting, planning, and public services, while a professional town clerk handles administration.

Today, the economy combines fishing, tourism, and light manufacturing. The population is around 7,500 residents, with a median age in the mid-40s. The town attracts day visitors during the summer months and hosts a weekly farmers market.

Cultural life centers on the harborfront, with the Rannat Lighthouse as a landmark. The Old Market Hall, a restored 19th-century building, houses galleries and small shops. An annual Harbor Week festival celebrates maritime heritage.

Nearby marshlands support biodiversity and are protected as a local reserve; the coastal road and a modest ferry service connect Rannat with neighboring towns.