Gongmangdo

Gongmangdo-Comares is the capital of the Elbian Province and is the second largest city in the Republic of Dranland. The traditional Kyo name of the city is Gongmangdo, but under various non-Kyo regimes the name Comares had been used. In the 3450s the Gukmindang successfully lobbied for recognition of the historic name Gongmangdo and the official title of 'Gongmangdo-Comares' was adopted.

The city is heavily influenced by the Kyo and Gongmangdo once served as the capital of the Kyo Kingdom, ruled by the Baekgu Dynasty. Today the city is very diverse and modern, contrasted between traditional Kyo architecture and modern sleek skyscrapers. Comares was also at the center of the Dranian Seung Revolution, which brought down the reign of Rodrigo I of Drania of the House of Santiago. The revolution also reversed the vast influence of the Universal Church of Terra over the nation.

Economy
The economy of Comares is dominated by banking/finance, high tech industry, and manufacturing sectors (primarily electronics and automotive). The city also receives considerable economic basing from tourism on account of its unique historic sites and old architecture.

Education
Comares is home to a number of Dranland's most prestigious universities. The most notable of all, and one of the top ranked on Dovani, is Gongmangdo University. Other notable institutions in the city are the University of Comares and Elbian National University.

Culture
Gongmangdo-Comares is a very modern and bustling city. There are many museums, historical sites, and large open parks. Additionally, the city has a number of arcades, clubs, and shopping districts. The city also plays a major part in the Dranish music industry, and Comares-Gongmangdo is at the core of Kyo-pop (k-pop). In sports, soccer is most popular and the city has a number of district teams which compete against each other. Located in Comares-Gongmangdo is the Elbian National Stadium; often soccer tournaments are held here, along with a number of other sports.