Tepua Archipelago

[lindsay-akihita-aomori 1]

Okay okay okay, let's get down to business. I already have a CJ for my fictional island nation Tepua, but it was getting kind of disorganized. And since I changed a lot of stuff around, added some islands and took away others, I finally finished all the islands, so I present the new thread for TEPUA ARCHIPELAGO!

The Tepua Archipelago is its own rightful nation, an overseas collectivity of the French Republic. Located in the South Pacific ocean, Tepua is comprised of an archipelago (group of islands) of five islands, all of them populated. Although a small nation, due to its major tourism industries and help from France, Tepua has a very high living standard comparable to Europe and North America, giving its citizens a good and fair lifestyle.

Capital (and largest city): St. Catherine

President: Angeline Mohuva

Official Languages: French, Maohi

Population: 92 400

Religions: Roman Catholic (82%), Anaha (16%), Other (2%)

Currency: French Pacific Franc (XPF)

Time Zone: Pacific Time (same as L.A.)

Flag:

Location of Tepua:

Regional shot of the islands:

The islands were discovered for the first time by the French when explorer Arnaud Christophe sighted the big island in 1704. He and his sailors set up a village called St. Catherine protected by a lagoon which he called Cordeaux Bay. He learned the language of the natives of the island, and learned their customs. In 1707, some priests ventured to the island and began Roman Catholic influence to the people of the island. Trade was set up between France and Tepua, and the little village of St. Catherine grew and grew.

Christophe's ship in 1704.

In the next few years, the rest of the islands were discovered, and influence began to the people of those islands. In 1711, the king of France declared the archipelago part of France, and more trade was sent to the islands. Arnaud Christophe became the governor of the new colony, and more and more the people of Tepua were influenced by Europe. French became the only official language, and those who only knew Maohi (language of Tepua) were forced to learn French, being sent to strict residential schools, and some citizens were even sent back to France.

A painting of what is believed to be an artist's interpretation of the island of Mootema.

In 1946, the native people of Tepua were granted French citizenship, and the archipelago's status was changed from colony to overseas territory. The name "Tepua" was now used to refer not only to the main island, but to the whole archipelago. A larger, better building was built to house the government of the overseas territory in St. Catherine, and to this day it remains the capital administration building. In 2004, the overseas territory became its own rightful nation, but remained a sort-of protectorate from France, so its status was once again changed from overseas territory to overseas collectivity. Maohi became an official language, and today both French and Maohi are the official languages.

Enjoy! First update coming up in about half and hour...

[nihonkaranws 88]

Wow! Nice re-do, I love the regional shot, it's so impressive and realistic! Great work, and good luck!

[estepaflip 1]

excellent! nice history, very well-written. what is truly astounding is the way you presented everything -- seems so perfect. the region shot is very good, and I love the "paintings" you used in the history. the flag is simple but gorgeous, and the banners are beautiful. thumbs up, youve really impressed me!

[dfnva 34]

Looks interesting, I like all the islands (looks like Hawaii) and the historical information.

-Dan

[anarchy0029 2]

Re-do over of the CJ. It's gonna come out awesome I can see it.

[Schulmanator 5,787]

I am glad to see you back. I saw your other thread locked and was concerned. You have some great stuff and I am eager to see it all bigger and better than ever!

[lindsay-akihita-aomori 1]

First update! Okay, so for our first update, we'll take a look at the city known as the "Mediterranean of the South Pacific", the capital St. Catherine.

St. Catherine rooftops.

The Basilica of St. Catherine near Tumpai beach.

The St. Catherine Public Market is open 24/7, where tourists and locals alike enjoy purchasing native Tepuan fruits, fish, cultured pearls, and more.

Central park.

The capital building houses the Tepuan national government as well as the ambassadors from other nations.

The marina is home to the Cordeaux Bay Yacht Club.

The Europa 5-star hotel is known world-wide as one of the most elegant hotels in the South Pacific.

Hope you enjoyed!

Nihon: Thanks Nihon! Glad you like it, hope to see a Nawako update!

estepaflip: Thanks! lovely comments...

dfnva: Thanks! Yeah, same overall layout, except a LOT smaller, lol...

anarchy0029: Thanks! Woo!

Schulmanator: Thank you! no need to be concerned, dont worry... thanks!

[ATLLAD 0]

beautiful i love the jungle theme

[NMUSpidey 3,956]

Ah, a very nice and colorful update! It looks to be a very luxurious place to be. How far in advance to I have to reserve a suite on one of the upper floors of the Europa?

[jacqulina 162]

very nice start and intro,excellent history my friend,great start pics

[penguin007 27]

Some awesome pics there love the mediteranean look there

Will

[Twenty20 28]

Excellent start, I like the presentation and the history, the pics are very nice and exotics, looks great !

[nihonkaranws 88]

Wow, I LOVE St. Catherine! It looks so sunny there, and so beautiful, and I really want to shop at the public market. Great work!

[fourthparallel 0]

awesome work! wow, I wanta stay at the Europa too! gimme free access passes!

[estepaflip 1]

WOW! That is so beautiful, impressive! great work

[petertrom 0]

so magnificent iw ant to visit ! ! !

[lindsay-akihita-aomori 1]

In this update, we will take a look at Cap-Rouge. Cap-Rouge is like the Beverly Hills of Tepua, home to a lot of big mansions and a golf course.

Hotel Vupapei Cap-Rouge and the golf course.

The place is very desirable, where the wealthy from all around the world enjoy living in the midst of a South Pacific breeze.

The Cap-Rouge Yacht Club.

ATLLAD: Thanks!

NMUSpidey: Thanks! Sure, why not...?

jacqulina: Thanks Jacky!

penguin007: Thanks! yeah, med of the south pacific

Twenty20: thanks!

Nihon: thanks!

fourthparallel: Thanks! sure, you too...

estepaflip: Thanks!

petertrom: thanks!

[un1 40]

If I had the time I'd post a smiley but I don't so: OMG, this is amazing!!! Your start, your updates, your cities!! It's literally amazing!! Keep it up...

[nihonkaranws 88]

Wow, it's so beautiful, great work!

[fourthparallel 0]

whoa, this is a beautiful island paradise, great work!

[Amerikaner 42]

This looks really nice my friend. I actually like how those med. style buildings turned out in the city, so good job on that as they seem hard to pull off. Great work.

[dfnva 34]

I like the buildings you used, they give your region a lot of character.

-Dan

[helsinkisvit 0]

wow amazing work!

[edmonton_stinks 5]

Beautiful work! I love the capital city, especially the hotel. The resort town looks good too, is it mostly vacation properties, or are the residents there year-round?

[feliwi 4]

Wow, I love this. Especially I like this flating bungalows. I hears they were made be nihonkaranws and you. Will you upload them or is there any chance to get them, because they're really fantastic. Thanks, and keep it up!

[jacqulina 162]

wow thats beautifull my friend excellent work and pics

[nihonkaranws 88]

I need an update!

[osaka101 0]

please how you do this? so great! where can you find the med building from of S. catherine!

[lucky7 73]

Oh, wow, this is looking great! So many details, and well-done city-planning. Is this Sch

[NMUSpidey 3,956]

Nevermind, I think I'll go with a bungalow on the ocean and a couple rounds of golf. I've always been a "relax-first" kinda guy anyways

Another strong update! I think I'll stick around (get it? "Spidey"? Stick around? God I'm so funny) to see what you come up with next!