[READ THIS FIRST] A Guide to the Republic of Alduria

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The Aldurian Travel Guide

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For the intrepid traveller, adventure awaits in the lands of the Republic of Alduria, located in western Eura.

A beguiling blend of cultures, landscapes and traditions, Alduria contains everything from tranquil fishing ports, bustling cities, sandy beaches, and the unmatched drama of the interior of the country, the Alkhivan Desert.

 

The map of Alduria.

 

As one of the smaller countries in Eura, Alduria's terrain is not hugely varied. However, few visitors travel beyond the country’s port cities on the North Raynor Sea (namely Alkhiva, Susa, and the capital, Punta Santiago), which lie amidst coastal plains and the scattered vestiges of the Euran empires of old, like Babhka, Ashkenatza, and Alexandria.

 

The interior of Alduria can be terribly unforgiving at times. It bears the scars of a tumultuous Euran past,
containing in them some of the most surprising beauty in Micras.

 

Often called the "Pearl of Alduria", the capital of Alduria's most important showpiece is its Alcazaba.

 

The Alcazaba of Punta Santiago. At the bottom of the hill is an old Babhkan ampitheater.

 

 

The Alcazaba of Punta Santiago refers to the large citadel of Punta Santiago. The walled citadel was originally the remnants of an old Ashkenatzan walled outpost. When the city of Punta Santiago was founded, it was expanded and fortified, expanded to contain parts of the city inside. The Alcazaba is heavily guarded. It has numerous armed checkpoints, coils of razor wire, and chain link fences. The newer walls enclosing the government and traditional districts of the Alcazaba include reinforced and blast-proof concrete slabs.

Its high security makes it one of the safest parts of the country, encompassing both crumbling ruins and newly-renovated spaces. For travelers, it is well worth a visit. Taking a guide is recommended.

Punta Santiago has a decidedly Alexandrian vibe, with its Alexandrian and Martino influences evident in everything from the soaring Sacré-Cœur Cathedral, the largest Church of Alexandria cathedral in the country, and the Executive Mansion, built in the Martino original style.

The ancient port city of Alkhiva shares much of the Alexandrian vibe of Punta Santiago, but it is mainly a reflection of its ancient Babhkan and Ashkenatzan past. The city has long been a popular trading post and remains one of the busiest ports in Western Eura.

The Alkhivan Desert is Alduria’s defining feature and one of its biggest drawing cards. It covers much of the country and is the source of myriad myths and legends. Nomadic Aldurians still live here, eking out lives in difficult conditions. Some adventuring Aldurians have formed communes in these lands, with Charters licensed by the government, where they have built settlements to redeem the desert into productive land.

The city of Amapola is the largest of these settlements, focusing in petroleum and in the cultivation of the Thespesia grandiflora tree. This tree is widely distributed throughout Alduria where it is endemic. Its Martino common name is amapola. It is also grown as an ornamental tree in various Euran islands. The maga is used as an ornamental plant, but the wood of the tree itself is valued elsewhere for its durable timber.

The security situation makes independent travel difficult in the desert. Under the guidance of reputable tour operators, travelers can visit attractions like the small oasis towns and villages, or venture deep into the heart of the desert to view the prehistoric rock art or Babkhan, Ashkenatzan, or Iteran ruins. 

The desert is also home to the world’s most remote film festival. The Amapola Film Festival takes place annually and is partly funded through grants by the Aldurian Oil Company and the Aldurian government.

For a long time, warfare and the tumultuous politics of the Euran continent deterred many from settling into Eura. But now, a naw nation has risen. If you are looking for a beautiful, safe, and distinctly authentic experience in the contient of Eura, Alduria has much to offer.