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| Jōratīpunad | |||
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| Country |  Toitūkōlad |
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| Founded | 1739 BCE | ||
| Government | |||
| - Type | City Council | ||
| Population (2009 (estimate)) | |||
| - Total | 4 million | ||
| Time zone | Toitūkōlad Standard Time | ||
| Area code(s) | 01629 | ||
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| - Esolténnea |  Samarkainia |
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| City Code | JT | ||
Jōratīpunad is the capital city of Toitūkōlad. It is particularly noted for its architecture, being almost entirely built upon the Jōratīpunad lake. Jōratīpunad houses the Government House, Toitūkōlad Institute of Arts, Ārikigǟƥpȯteihāna, and Royal Palace.
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History
Jōratīpunad was first recorded as being an inhabited settlement in 1739 BCE. Since then the city has undergone numerous evolutions, the most important of these being the move from building the city around the shores of the lake to building it on the lake itself. This change, which occured sometime between 1007 BCE and 98BCE also marked the start of the monarchical line that continues to the present day. Until 1386 the city was arranged with the Royal Palace at the centre, but changed to have the Government House as the central building when the new Royal Palace was built in the mountains above the lake.
Geography
Since about 1942 the city has experienced significant growth, with a new CBD being built further into the lake. The Government House was moved to the shore of the lake at about the same time. Present day Jōratīpunad has numerous suburbs surrounding the CBD, with the oldest being nearly as old as the Royal Palace. Most of the city is linked by a substantial transport and road system, although there are still parts that are reliant on boats for transportation, particularly the suburbs of old town. The only suburb of Jōratīpunad that isn't on the lake is the Štādda (government) District, which houses the national government, Jōratīpunad Greater Urban Area Council, and Jōratīpunad City Council, as well as the Royal Palace, which overlooks the rest of the suburb, as well as the city.
Major Places
Toitūkōlad Institute of Arts
The Toitūkōlad Institute of Arts was founded in 924 to train the royal artists and scribes, as well as royalty and diplomats. In 1862 admission was opened to all citizens who wished to study any subjects offered, dependent on ability and available places. The institute was moved in 1942 growth, and was given a massive new main campus, which includes Toitūkōlad's biggest theatre and concert hall, as well as the biggest production studios and workshops in Qitharan.
Jōratīpunad Old Town
Jōratīpunad Old Town is built entirely from wood. This requires a lot of maintenance to replace weathered pylons and low docks. To accomplish this task, the Jōratīpunad City Council set up a division solely for the maintenance of the Old Town. Because of the lower strength of the wood, and the heavy weathering it takes, Old Town is unsuitable for integration into the main roading and rail networks, and therefore most transportation in the area is accomplished with boats, and light vehicles like motorbikes and mopeds.
Royal Palace
The Royal Palace is the residence of the Kīŋi and Drȯnnet, with many other members of the royal family occupying smaller houses separate from the main palace, but still on the grounds. The palace was built between 1380 and 1386, and is made primarily from stone. Steel reinforcing was done in 1984 and 1985. The palace is built in the mountains above Jōratīpunad, and overlooks the city. It is a popular amongst tourists, and a special bus runs twice a day from Ārikigǟƥpȯteihāna to the palace and back.
CBD
The CBD houses some of the newest buildings in Jōratīpunad, as well as being the location of Ārikigǟƥpȯteihāna. Many of Toitūkōlad's largest companies have their headquarters located in the CBD. The Kuodƥānaŋa Jōratīpunad (University of Jōratīpunad) has its main campus here also.
Inner-city Rail Network
The Inner-city Rail Network is the main transport system for Jōratīpunad, and has lines connecting most surburbs and the CBD. The Jōratīpunad Greater Urban Area Network is sometimes included in maps of the IRN, but is actually a different system.
See also
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