Quimper

Quimper Kemper
Capital city
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Nickname(s): The Town of Moon
Country	Order of the Holy Lakes (Hurmu; proposed)
Realm (proposed)	Normandie
Founded	1110 AN
Government
• Mayor	Erkembald La Verrier (Since 1744 AN)
Population (1744 AN)
• Total	181,343

Quimper (Kernevon: Kemper) is the capital of Normandie. Quimper is a mid-sized city located in the region of Normandie, with a population of 4,010,560 as of 1746 AN. It is considered one of the cultural and historical centres of Norman heritage. Since 1744, Quimper has served as the capital of Normandie, following the formal establishment of the region as an autonomous entity. The city is renowned for its well-preserved architecture, academic institutions, and rich history.

Quimper lies along the confluence of the rivers Isole, Scorff, and Loire. The famous Lac Trieux (a lake) is also located within the city bounds.

Landmarks

The city's main landmark is the Basilique du Sacré-Cœur, the main cathedral (despite its name) of the Norman church.

• Château la Bongourse, the former seat of the Jarl of Normandie.
• Abbeye de la Trinité de Quimper, in the district of Les Vaux, reportedly houses a phylactery containing a tear shed by Jesus at Lazarus's tomb

History

The city of Quimper was chartered in 1100 AN by decree of King Clovis VII of Franciana. At this time, it was but a small castle with a village and farms around. After the War of the Hand of Hallvarður, the city grew in size and prominence, quickly eclipsing Quercy as the major city of the region. When the Duchy of Normandie was declared independent from Franciana in 1150, Quimper soon became the seat of the Duke.

Hexarchian era

Historically known as Moonberg in Lysstyrer, the city originated as a modest settlement during the early medieval period. Its strategic location led to growing influence under the dominion of the Lysstyrer Autonomous Region. This period left a visible imprint on the city’s language, customs, and architectural style. In 1736 AN, Quimper officially withdrew from Lysstyrer control and established itself as an Quimper Civic Administration. Its independence lasted only 29 days before it was taken over by the Vanic remnant. It was one of the main headquarters for the Neo-Vanic resistance axis. The Keltia Restoration Movement came into conflict with the Confederacy of the Dispossessed. In 1744 AN, Theodoric van Orton formed the Normandy Revolt Army with people from the administrations. By 1744 AN, the region had been completely cleared of Neo-Vanic influence. This transition marked the beginning of significant local reforms and rapid economic growth. During this period, Quimper began to assert itself as a regional hub of culture and politics.

The year 1744 AN marked a turning point in Quimper’s history when it was designated the capital of the newly founded region of Normandie. With its capital status, Quimper experienced accelerated development, becoming home to key government institutions, universities, and military headquarters.