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velaris

Velaris is a fictional city in the fantasy series A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. It is the capital of the Night Court and is commonly known as the City of Starlight. The city is depicted as a hidden sanctuary, protected by wards and magical secrecy.

Location and protection: Velaris is described as a concealed city in a secluded region of Prythian, shielded

Life and culture: The city is renowned for its beauty, craftsmanship, and the arts. Its inhabitants include

Governance and significance: Velaris operates under the authority of the Night Court, led by the High Lord,

by
powerful
wards
and
a
veil
that
keep
it
hidden
from
the
other
courts
and
from
hostile
powers.
Its
isolation
is
central
to
its
role
as
a
safe
haven
within
the
larger
political
landscape
of
Prythian.
members
of
the
Night
Court,
refugees,
merchants,
and
artists.
Velaris
is
depicted
as
a
place
of
safety
and
relative
freedom
within
Prythian,
with
markets,
guilds,
and
cultural
venues
contributing
to
a
vibrant
urban
life.
with
a
local
administrative
structure
supporting
the
governance
and
security
of
its
residents.
The
city
functions
as
a
sanctuary
and
symbol
of
resilience
within
the
series,
serving
as
a
refuge
for
those
targeted
by
other
powers
and
as
a
hub
for
political,
social,
and
cultural
activity
in
Prythian.