East Gerenia
East Gerenia Region Rînlar Gherenies Rițes (gr) | |||
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Capital | Häsfors | ||
Largest cities | Sineda, Port Idvele | ||
Demonym | East Gerenian | ||
Area | 12,954 km² | ||
- Ranked | 3rd | ||
Population | 14,543 (2015) | ||
- Ranked | 3rd |
East Gerenia (Gerenian: Gherenia Rițes) is an autonomous republic which belongs to Gerenia, on the south shore of the Northern Sea. The capital city is Häsfors.
History
East Gerenia was created as a region in November 2015 as part of an expansion of Gerenia along the Camoleo River, which included the foundation of the Trans-Samarne Province. East Gerenia was founded near the mouth of the Camoleo, between the river and the Northern Sea. However, the first Gerenians arrived at the zone in 2014.
The Governor is, since its foundation, Sávil Ganssal.
Since 1 January 2016, the status of the territory is "Autonomous republic".
Geography
East Gerenia belongs to the Camoleo Plains, and is composed of low lands. The highest elevation in the region is Vendel Hill, in Häsfors District (58 m).
Districts and cities
East Gerenia is subdivided into two districts: Häsfors in the west, and Rițiĵ (which means Far East) in the east.
There are three main settlements in the region: Häsfors, the region's capital city, Sineda and Port Idvele. Other minor villages are scattered along the coast.
Economy
East Gerenia's economy is based in fishing. This is reflected in the region's coat of arms: there are three seabasses depicted in it.