Euphora: A Mikeaut1 City Journal

[Mikeaut1 261]

UPDATE 1    

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    This is my new city journal named Euphora. I ended my last one, Tropicana Islands, Many City Journals In One. Search for it in the forums. I really appreciate it if you leave a comment or suggestion if you visit this city journal. It will inspire me to continue, and also give me some new ideas!

 

    Here is a little background information on Euphora. Euphora is located on an island in the Rowell Sea right off the coast of the mainland. It population is just over 160K. Euphora is a center of entertainment and commerce. Soon to come is a public arena, and possibly an international airport.

 

    Euphora has three main districts; the Financial District, Theater District, and Museum District. The Financial District is where many large corporation towers are found, and is the largest of the three. It is located on the lower part of the island. The Theater District is another large neighborhood where actors entertain Sims in many theatrical productions, including some from Broadway. The newest district, the Museum, is located uptown next to Euphora University. The area is for new money proffesionals who invest in many works of art from Renaissance sculptures to abstract drawings. Many museums are found here.

 

    Since Euphora is located on an island, an expansive mass transit system is needed to transport Sims to and from work each day. Euphora's layout of roads is quite helpful for allowing smooth traffic in the city. Also, two 6-lane bridges connect the island of Euphora to the mainland. Additionally, in downtown, two subway lines run north and south connecting the Museum District to the Financial District. On every corner of the city is a bus stop. One of the most helpful additions to the city's mass transit system is the ferry. Every day, over 10,000 Sims take the ferry to commute around the city. It is quite helpful in reducing traffic problems.

 

    In this update, I will not show any inner city pics, but rather a map of downtown. In downtown, all the streets are named, and for the North-South Avenues, a legend attatched on the pic is there. By tonight, some inner city shots of Euphora can be seen. Until now, enjoy the pics, and leave a comment!

 

 

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Comments Please!

[RadioheadFan 1]

Awesome! I never followed Tropicana Islands, but this one is on my subscription list for sure! Can't wait to see more of it!

RHF

[Chris M 406]

 This looks very interesting, I am glad to see another journal by you Mike, keep it up !

[kingofsimcity 5,740]

I can't wait to see more of Euphora!

[jacqulina 162]

look forward to more of this cj

[comdude21 6]

It looks like it's going to be great! I'm definately going to be following this one very closely.

comdude

[MayorTim 16]

Cool! A new cj from Mike! I can't wait!

*Hits Subscribe button*

[Mikeaut1 261]

Thanks for all the comments!!! I love when I get alot of comments. Like hearing from everyone. Well this city journal will start to see inner city shots tonight, so stay tuned!

[gundamdude 0]

This looks promising.

[Mikeaut1 261]

UPDATE 2

Downtown Euphora

Welcome to Downtown Euphora! The city is now over 200,000 Sims! Euphora is one of the nicest cities to live in. Now here are some inner city shots!

 

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Pic 1 - The City of Euphora

 

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Pic 2 - This is the Euphora Bridge, which connects the city to the mainland. The Euphora Bridge is the Euphora Expressway which runs through most of the mainland. It handles alot of traffic each day as commuters from the mainland come to the city.

 

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Pic 3 - The Gregory T. Halliway Memorial Bridge runs parallel to the Euphora Bridge and crosses the Euphora River. This bridge handles less traffic then the Euphora, and has a shorter span.

 

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Pic 4 - This is Harwood Island. It sits in the Euphora River and is between the Euphora Bridge and Halliway Bridge. The Harwood Span connects the island to the city, but its main access is the ferry. Over 8,000 commuters travel daily from the island to the city through the ferry!

 

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Pic 5 - The Museum District: The Museum District is uptown. Many museums are located here with thousands of expensive and delicate art, from sculptures to million dollar paintings. The area is close to Euphora University.  

 

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Pic 6 - Euphora University: Euphora University enrolls thousands of successful students a year. It is located in the Museum District and is close to the Euphora Bridge. The Theater District skyscrapers are located in the foreground.

 

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Pic 7 - Financial District: The Financial District is the largest of the three main districts. City Hall and Grande Park are located here, along with dozens of notable landmarks. The area is a bustling center during the workday.

 

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Pic 8 - City Hall/Grande Park: City Hall has an elaborate architecture and is located across Grande Park on Glenn Avenue. The Financial District skyscrapers surpass the green and City Hall.

 

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Pic 9 - Holy Cross Church: Holy Cross Church is located on Temple Street and Second Avenue in the city. Its elaborate Romanesque architecture is amazing to look at during the day. Hundreds attend mass every Sunday.

 

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Pic 10 - Lloyd Harbor: Lloyd Harbor is a small inlet north of the Financial District on Seaside Highway. It is located right on the Seaside Boardwalk where many come to run and hang out on summer days. The area has a diner and open green space.

 

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Pic 11 - Seaside Boardwalk/Seaside Highway: Seaside Boardwalk is right along the Rowell Sea. Seaside Highway flanks it, with large skyscrapers. It is a beautiful area right along the blue sea.

 

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Pic 12 - The Harbour Hotel: The Harbour Hotel overlooks Lloyd Harbor and the Rowell Sea. Its great views and luxury rooms make it the nicest spot to stay in Euphora. It is located between Potter and Shoal Avenues on Seaside Highway.

 

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Pic 13 - The Theater District: The Theater District is the classiest section of the city with entertainment around every corner. Broadway productions and live comedy shows can be found here. Now the opera business is becoming popular here. The district starts on Theatre Street and ends on Hunter Street.

 

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Pic 14 - This is just a simple shot of Tigers Stadium where the Euphora Tigers play, and also Devitts Community College.

 

 

That was the update! Comments are appreciated!

[MayorTim 16]

3 words..... Holy friggen wow.

BTW: You are officially the first person to have 2 journals in my signature at the same time.

[dhoppeii 12]

All great pictures, but I really like the second one in this last update.  The Euphora Bridge...  It's a very simple picture but seems to say it all....not sure if that makes sense....but Bravo...

[Mikeaut1 261]

Thanks for your comments Mayortim and Dhoppeii. Update 3 will be this afternoon!

Edit - MayorTim Thanks for putting my city journal in your sig! I really appreciate it!

[gundamdude 0]

Can't wait.  It looks good.

[Chris M 406]

 What can I say..the update 2 was amazing, that's the truth, I love the way Downtown Europa looks, all the skyscrapers they great. Everyone of the pics look amazing too. Keep the updates coming.

[utora 0]

Wow! Very impressive Mike! Your cities keep getting better and better; I'm very curious about where this will lead to, but I know that this is already extremely eyecandy!

[Mikeaut1 261]

UPDATE 3

NORTHERN EUPHORA ISLAND

Thanks for the comments! Welcome Utora to my new city journal!

 

Here is a quick update. This is the northern area of Euphora.

 

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Pic 1 - The area known as North End is a wealthy area where many people live.

 

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Pic 2 - Beautiful high rise apartments on the water!

 

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Pic 3 - Marino College in North End is a public college on the Brockride Inlet.

 

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Pic 4 - Brockride Island is shown. It is not an island, but a peninsula. It is an industrial area.

 

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Pics 5 & 6 - Pericoma Island is where the mayor lives.

 

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Comments Please!

[MayorTim 16]

Looks awesome, but why is there a 4 lane bridge leading to the mayors private residence? I doubt he has THAT many guests!

[dhoppeii 12]

That's a great looking skyline you have there.  I believe though, that your sims will have one stinky pennisula on their hands once the weather turns warm...

[utora 0]

You've built yourself a very nice private island! I love the  forested isles and peninsulas, again very eyecandy! I really see a big difference if I compare this stuff with your earliest work: it looks much much better now

Keep it up

[Chris M 406]

I really like Pericoma Island and there is a skate park, a skating mayor ? Or is that is son's park ? Looks like a very nice place to live. Keep the updates coming

-DragonAnime

[kingofsimcity 5,740]

Date: 4/2/2005 10:57:44 PM Author: MayorTim 3 words..... Holy friggen wow. BTW: You are officially the first person to have 2 journals in my signature at the same time.

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Awesome! You are also the official first person to have 2 CJs in my signature.

Jaw Dropping City!

[Mikeaut1 261]

UPDATE 4

Perennas Island

Thanks for the 5 comments everyone!! You don't know how much I appreciate feedback from people. Thanks alot. And MayorTim- I will upgrade (or downgrade if you will) the 4 lane avenue leading onto Pericomo Island.

 

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    Perennas Island is an island located off Euphora Island in the Euphora River. It has a really small size, but for a matter of fact, 8,000 people live here! Its only access to Euphora Island is through the Perennas Bridge. The island is one giant hill jetting out of the river where the sea meets it. It is both commercial and residential, but many residents prefer to work on Euphora Island rather than on Perennas.

 

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Pic 1 - Perennas Island: The populous island has educational, health, and saftey services, and is only linked to Euphora Island through bridge.

 

Perennas Bridge A Success!

 

Since so many people commute a day to and from the island, traffic can get rather annoying for some. The Perennas Bridge is a limited throughfare that connects the bustling North End district to the island. Each commute experiences 7,000 people travelling to and from the island. Look at the pic below.

 

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Pic 2 - Perennas Bridge: The Perennas Bridge holds a number of people commuting during the two main rush hours. It is helpful, although congestion can be a problem.

 

 

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View a stream of traffic on the actual Perennas Bridge on the evening commute home! Click that link below to view!

 

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NOTE: THE STREAMCAM HAS BEEN TAKEN OFF!

 

Comments Welcomed and Appreciated!!!

 

Here is a region shot of Euphora!

 

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[RadioheadFan 1]

jaw hits floor

OUCH! Now I'm mad at you, you probably just broke my jaw, this CJ is so amazing. Now, how am I going to get to the hospital...

RHF

[Iknowu 0]

great work

 

[dhoppeii 12]

The island is pretty awesome....It would be really cool if it develops into all High Wealth.....

[bobinator 0]

Wow! It looks great! I really like your theater district! Keep up the fantastic work!!

[Chris M 406]

 Whoa, I really like the traffic cam it's really cool. Keep the updates coming.

[GAT-X105 3]

Wow, I really like this CJ. Reminds me of a shrunken Manhattan so far.

Do you use superdemand mod? I've thought about it, but I've already started my cities, and I want to be able to control what gets super demanded. (I don't want to get flooded by tenements)

[kingofsimcity 5,740]

Is this CJ just focused on this region, or many regions like your old one. Great work.