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{{Nation
 
|country = Kingdom of Genovia
{{Infobox Nation Comprehensive
|image_flag = DvuSLagVAAIRP2M.jpg
|fullname = Kingdom of Genovia (eng)<br>Royaume de Genovia (gen)
|language = French, English
|commonname = Genovia
|capital = Pyrus
|flag = File:DvuSLagVAAIRP2M.jpg
|largecity = New Pyrus
|coa = File:3Ym3m62.png
|website = ''COMING SOON''
|motto = ''"Verus et fictus"''
|population = 5
|anthem = "[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDpt62wTAdc Genovia, the land I call my home]"
|active =  
|map = File:Genovia.png
|date_founded = March 5, 2019
|mapversions =  16.4.5 - 16.7.5
|government = Parliamentary Monarchy
|capital = [[Pyrus]]
|leader = King Charles I
|largecity = [[New Pyrus]]
|currency = USD, Genoves (LKM)
|lang = [[wikipedia:English language|English]], [[wikipedia:French language|Genovian]]
|image_map= Location Genovia Europe.png
|religion=  
|maps = N/A
|demnoun = Genovian
|spcoords = /
|demadj = Genovian
|pacoords = /
|govtype = Parliamentary Monarchy
|headofstatetitle = King
|headofstate = [[Nicholas IV|Nicholas IV of Genovia]]
Succeeded by H.M King Graham I
|headofgovernmenttitle = Prime Minister
|headofgovernment = Ashok Sawardekar
|legislature = ''House of Lords''
|estdate = 13.05.1637
|agerank = NA
|area = 16,000 Sq Km
|arearank = NA
|pop = ~2.1 Million
|activepop = 6
|poprank = N/A
|currency = Genoves
|abbrev = LKM
|site = [https://micrasgenovia.weebly.com/ Government Website]
|forum =
|animal = Ellisian Brown Bear
|food = Chebureki
|drink = Stalinade
|tree = Genovian Pear Tree
}}
}}


'''Genovia''', fully the '''Kingdom of Genovia''', is a geofictional tongue and cheek "[[micronation]]" located between [[wikipedia:France|France]] and [[wikipedia:Spain|Spain]]. The nation exists as an experiment in political freedom inspired by the nation from the [[2001]] [[wikipedia:Disney|Disney]] film, [[wikipedia:Princess Diaries|Princess Diaries]].
'''Genovia''', fully the '''Kingdom of Genovia''', is a wikibased country located on the planet of [[Micras]]. The nation was founded (in real life) by micronationalists [[microwiki:Charles I, Tsar of Phokland|Charles Ross]] and [[microwiki:James I of Emosia|James Ellis]] who (along with a close group of acquaintances) serve as the primary creative forces behind the "[[Micronation]]".
After some time as a defunct nation it was conquered by the House of Elséy, ruling Dynasty of the Isle of Lithua in 2020.  


==Etymology==
==Etymology==
The micronation of Genovia is heavily inspired by the state that bares the same name from the [[wikipedia:Princess Diaries|Princess Diaries]] series of novels and film. As such, the name, flag and other symbols are those used in the stories (including the [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDpt62wTAdc| national anthem]). The name "Genovia" was coined by author [[wikipedia:Meg Cabot|Meg Cabot]] for the novel series.
The micronation of Genovia is heavily inspired by the state that bares the same name from the [[wikipedia:Princess Diaries|Princess Diaries]] series of novels and film. As such, the name, flag and other symbols are those used in the stories. The name "Genovia" was coined by author [[wikipedia:Meg Cabot|Meg Cabot]] for the novel series.


=Culture=
==Culture==
Despite being geographically fictional in nature, the nation of Genovia is notably more "real-world" in comparison to other geofictional nations both on and off [[Micras]]. This is due to the fact that the nation tends to ground itself somewhat within the realm of reality and as such operates mostly offline, with all governmental meetings being held person to person and with citizenship/community outreach projects being held at real world locations as opposed to on forums.
Despite being geographically fictional in nature, the nation of Genovia is notably more "real-world" in comparison to other geofictional nations both on and off [[Micras]].  
 
The fictional culture of Genovia is very heavily based on western French and European cultures.
 
===Famous Places===
Undoubtably, the two most famous places to visit in Genovia are the [[Genovian Royal Palace]] and the [[City of Chelsiville]].


==History==
==History==
The Kingdom of Genovia was founded in early [[2019]] by micronationalists [[Tsar Charles I|Charles Ross]] and [[King James I|James Ellis]]. The two created the state as a hobby to act as a side project contrary to their main micronational endeavors, the [[Tsardom of Phokland]] and the [[Kingdom of Emosia]] respectively.
The Kingdom of Genovia was founded in 1637 by a union of the two main nomadic tribes (The Longshankes and the Tommykins) that lived within the territory that is now Genovia. Following the union, the chief of the Tommykins tribe, [[List of Genovian Monarchs|Nicholas Jephony Krakowski]] was elected monarch of the nation. He assumed the throne on May 13th 1637 taking the title '''King Nicholas I of Genovia'''.
 
Under King Nicholas I, Genovia experienced rapid growth, formalizing it's borders and establishing the settlements that would later become [[Pyrus]] and [[New Pyrus]]. Following Nicholas I's death in 1688, his son [[List of Genovian Monarchs|Nicholas II]] ascended to the throne. Under his reign, Genovia grew militarily, formalizing it's [[Royal Army of Genovia|Army]] and introducing mandatory conscription for all boys/men between the ages of 16-25.
 
After Nicholas II, Genovia remained in a somewhat constant state with very little of note happening, with the only notable improvements being the founding of [[Genovia Highway 01]], the introduction of the '''Genovian Air force''' and the creation of [[New Pyrus International Airport]] (much later on).


==Government==
==Government==
The Kingdom of  Genovia is a constitutional monarchy, with a King/Queen serving as [[wikipedia:Head of State|Head of State]] and a Prime Minister that serves as [[wikipedia:Head of Government|Head of Government]].
The Kingdom of  Genovia is a parliamentary monarchy, with a King/Queen serving as [[wikipedia:Head of State|Head of State]] and a Prime Minister that serves as [[wikipedia:Head of Government|Head of Government]].


===Monarchy===
===Monarchy===
The monarch of Genovia is the nation's designated head of state and is responsible for handling foreign affairs and representing the nation in matters of international relations. In addition, as all citizenship is ceremonially granted by the monarch, the King/Queen is tasked with reviewing and accepting/denying requests for citizenship status. Unlike most micronational [[monarchy|monarchies]], the monarch of the Kingdom of Genovia is an elected office as opposed to a hereditary one. Each monarch is selected in a national election, with the canidates seleted by the Prime Minister. Each elected King/Queen rules for life and upon their death (within three days) the aforementioned elections are held. The current ruler is [[microwiki:Charles I, Tsar of Phokland|HM King Charles I of Genovia]].
The monarch of Genovia is the nation's designated head of state and is responsible for handling foreign affairs and representing the nation in matters of international relations. In addition, as all citizenship is ceremonially granted by the monarch, the King/Queen is tasked with reviewing and accepting/denying requests for citizenship status.


===Prime Minister===
===Prime Minister===
The position of Prime Minister is (like the [[monarch]]) an elected office. A Prime Minister serves a term lasting three years with elections taking place on the first of January. Any elected Prime Minister may run and re-run as many times as he/she would like. The primary job of the Prime Minister is to run all internal national affairs and to propose and draft new laws and legislation. The Prime Minister is also responsible for setting tax rates and appointing candidates to run for the position of monarch in the national election that follows the death or abdication of the last one.
The position of Prime Minister is an elected office. A Prime Minister serves a term lasting three years with elections taking place on the first of January. Any elected Prime Minister may run and re-run as many times as he/she would like. The primary job of the Prime Minister is to run all internal national affairs and to propose and draft new laws and legislation. The Prime Minister is also responsible for setting tax rates and appointing members to the '''House of Lords''' (Genovia's legislative body).


==Foreign relations==
===Foreign Relations===
As the Kingdom of Genovia is mostly fictional in nature, it does not actively pursue international recognition. Nevertheless, it does hold diplomatic relations with some micronations, these states are...
Genovia currently holds formal diplomatic relations with these nations...


*[[microwiki:Principality of Phokland|Tsardom of Phokland]]
* [[File:Flag of Craitland.png|25px|border|Craitland]] [[Craitland|Kingdom of Craitland]]
*[[microwiki:Kingdom of Emosia|Kingdom of Emosia]]
* [[File:Pflag4.png|25px|border|Phokland]] [[Tsardom of Phokland]]


==Land Claim==
==Land Claim==
While the nation of Genovia is fictional in nature, it ceremonially claims the land that made up the nation in the Disney films. In addition, Genovia is attempting to lay claim to land on [[Micras]] though work on this is still ongoing.
Genovia is currently located in southern [[Keltia]], bordering the [[Sea of Storms]] to the south and southeast. Genovia does not currently border any other nation. Genovia is notable however for being (currently) the third smallest nation on [[Micras]] in regards to physical size, being just shy of 16,000 sq km.
 
===Physical Geography===
The Kingdom of Genovia is primarily made up of flat woodland covered mostly by '''Genovian Pear Trees'''. The only exception to this is a moderately sized mountain that houses the capital of [[Pyrus]] at it's summit.
 
Genovia also has a narrow river that runs through the northern part of the country. This river cuts the entire nation in half and isolates the [[Pyrus|capital]] of Genovia from the rest of the country.
 
The state also has a 12km² lake in the southwest area of the country. This lake is surrounded by the city of [[New Pyrus]]. This area is also home to the majority of Genovia's infrastructure and agriculture.
 
[[Category:Genovia]]

Latest revision as of 10:33, 24 May 2021

Kingdom of Genovia (eng)
Royaume de Genovia (gen)
Flag of Genovia
Flag
Coat of Arms of Genovia
Coat of Arms
Motto: "Verus et fictus"
Anthem: "Genovia, the land I call my home"
Location of Genovia
Map versions 16.4.5 - 16.7.5
Capital Pyrus
Largest city New Pyrus
Official language(s) English, Genovian
Official religion(s)
Demonym Genovian
 - Adjective Genovian
Government Parliamentary Monarchy
 - King Nicholas IV of Genovia

Succeeded by H.M King Graham I

 - Prime Minister Ashok Sawardekar
 - Legislature House of Lords
Establishment 13.05.1637
Area 16,000 Sq Km
Population ~2.1 Million
Active population 6
Currency Genoves
Calendar
Time zone(s)
Mains electricity
Driving side
Track gauge
National website Government Website
National forum
National animal Ellisian Brown Bear
National food Chebureki
National drink Stalinade
National tree Genovian Pear Tree
Abbreviation LKM

Genovia, fully the Kingdom of Genovia, is a wikibased country located on the planet of Micras. The nation was founded (in real life) by micronationalists Charles Ross and James Ellis who (along with a close group of acquaintances) serve as the primary creative forces behind the "Micronation". After some time as a defunct nation it was conquered by the House of Elséy, ruling Dynasty of the Isle of Lithua in 2020.

Etymology

The micronation of Genovia is heavily inspired by the state that bares the same name from the Princess Diaries series of novels and film. As such, the name, flag and other symbols are those used in the stories. The name "Genovia" was coined by author Meg Cabot for the novel series.

Culture

Despite being geographically fictional in nature, the nation of Genovia is notably more "real-world" in comparison to other geofictional nations both on and off Micras.

The fictional culture of Genovia is very heavily based on western French and European cultures.

Famous Places

Undoubtably, the two most famous places to visit in Genovia are the Genovian Royal Palace and the City of Chelsiville.

History

The Kingdom of Genovia was founded in 1637 by a union of the two main nomadic tribes (The Longshankes and the Tommykins) that lived within the territory that is now Genovia. Following the union, the chief of the Tommykins tribe, Nicholas Jephony Krakowski was elected monarch of the nation. He assumed the throne on May 13th 1637 taking the title King Nicholas I of Genovia.

Under King Nicholas I, Genovia experienced rapid growth, formalizing it's borders and establishing the settlements that would later become Pyrus and New Pyrus. Following Nicholas I's death in 1688, his son Nicholas II ascended to the throne. Under his reign, Genovia grew militarily, formalizing it's Army and introducing mandatory conscription for all boys/men between the ages of 16-25.

After Nicholas II, Genovia remained in a somewhat constant state with very little of note happening, with the only notable improvements being the founding of Genovia Highway 01, the introduction of the Genovian Air force and the creation of New Pyrus International Airport (much later on).

Government

The Kingdom of Genovia is a parliamentary monarchy, with a King/Queen serving as Head of State and a Prime Minister that serves as Head of Government.

Monarchy

The monarch of Genovia is the nation's designated head of state and is responsible for handling foreign affairs and representing the nation in matters of international relations. In addition, as all citizenship is ceremonially granted by the monarch, the King/Queen is tasked with reviewing and accepting/denying requests for citizenship status.

Prime Minister

The position of Prime Minister is an elected office. A Prime Minister serves a term lasting three years with elections taking place on the first of January. Any elected Prime Minister may run and re-run as many times as he/she would like. The primary job of the Prime Minister is to run all internal national affairs and to propose and draft new laws and legislation. The Prime Minister is also responsible for setting tax rates and appointing members to the House of Lords (Genovia's legislative body).

Foreign Relations

Genovia currently holds formal diplomatic relations with these nations...

Land Claim

Genovia is currently located in southern Keltia, bordering the Sea of Storms to the south and southeast. Genovia does not currently border any other nation. Genovia is notable however for being (currently) the third smallest nation on Micras in regards to physical size, being just shy of 16,000 sq km.

Physical Geography

The Kingdom of Genovia is primarily made up of flat woodland covered mostly by Genovian Pear Trees. The only exception to this is a moderately sized mountain that houses the capital of Pyrus at it's summit.

Genovia also has a narrow river that runs through the northern part of the country. This river cuts the entire nation in half and isolates the capital of Genovia from the rest of the country.

The state also has a 12km² lake in the southwest area of the country. This lake is surrounded by the city of New Pyrus. This area is also home to the majority of Genovia's infrastructure and agriculture.