zarzdzi

Zarzdzi is a fictional village created for world-building and storytelling. It is located in the eastern foothills of the fictional nation of Orlovia, about 60 kilometers north of the regional capital of Valesh. The terrain consists of rolling hills, mixed deciduous forest, and small-scale farms. Elevation ranges around 300–420 meters, and the climate is temperate with warm summers and cold winters.

As of its most recent profile, Zarzdzi has roughly 1,500 residents. The local economy blends agriculture—primarily wheat, barley, and vegetables—with craft production (wood carving and pottery) and seasonal tourism centered on a midsummer festival and countryside markets.

The village traces its documented history to the mid-14th century, when a guild of carpenters established a settlement at a natural crossroads. It grew slowly as a waystation and later gained municipal status within the surrounding parish.

Zarzdzi is governed by a municipal council of ten members and a mayor, elected to four-year terms. Local services include a primary school, a public library, and a small health outpost. The road network connects Zarzdzi to nearby villages, with regional bus services and the closest railway station located in the neighboring municipality.

Culture and identity in Zarzdzi emphasize communal crafts, the annual harvest festival, and traditional music associated with farming communities. The local dialect shows influences from neighboring regions, but everyday use closely resembles standard speech in Orlovia.