Kolibri, Part 2
Neue Steiermark: Kolibri, Part 2
The District of Neue Steiermark is located in north-central Schulmania, along the border of Imperial Mookimia and Mookimian Verà. Today, we visit Kolibri, the capital of Mookimian Verà, and where Queen Vera has one of her two palaces.
Kolibri is the northernmost regional capital in Schulmania. It sits along the northern shore of the Fresca River, the border with Mookimia. The fairly remote location gives it strategic importance for trade and defense. The Strategic Fish Reserve is located just across the river. A military garrison is just west of town, along the road leading to Tenne. Mookimian Verà is not heavily developed and consists mainly of thickly forested rolling hills. Timber and game are the primary sources of income in the hinterland, but valuable ore deposits should encourage more trading outposts. At present, Kolibri is the largest city between Padoha and the subarctic Republic of Leeviousia to the north. It should be an interesting city.
We arrive at the ferry terminal on the north shore of the Fresca River. The district's Transit Office building is adjacent and provides a home for the various infrastructure bureaucrats (bureau cats??). The stately red brick Trade Center serves as the primary source for goods coming in and out of town and the surrounding area. If you get worn out from tall of the dealing there is always the hotel next door. It had lovely grounds as well as nicely furnished rooms.
Our first stop today is Queen Vera's palace. She is not in today but the grounds are open as a public park. There are lovely views of the river and nice gardens for strolling...
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Grand Vizier Nicholas is manning the queen's office whilst she is away in Harar. He is ably assisted by Sir Christopher Baxou and Lady Grace Anderson. They are a great team and take great care of the queen's subjects.
The Chapel of the Felicitous Feline is in the heart of town. This afternoon there is an organ concert. Famed organist Jared McCoy is playing an assortment of Motley Crue classics scored for pipe organ. Don't miss it!
Afterwards, stop by Bruner's Market. Here, you can find all sorts of delicious treats and other fun stuff. And, at great prices!
Derek Adams and his wife Miranda live here in fashionable Jackson Square. They are hosting a reception for after the organ concert. There will be Fancy Feast served. Come join us!
Maybe you'd like dinner at Zevende, a charming restaurant-gift shop kind of thing. Sort of like Schulmania's Cracker Barrel...
Residents of Kolibri are happy to live in such a cool new town. Visit us today and see for yourself why Kolibri is the "Jewel of the Northlands."
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