Afar

The city of Afar, the oldest Kanjoran settlement of its size, sits at the head of Sovalt Bay, on Tondola Isle. It is noted for its long history and its garden-like atmosphere.

Location
Afar lies almost perfectly in the centre of Sovalt Province, at the head of the Sovalt Bay. It is nestled between the sea, the Sovalt River, and a branch of the Tondola Alps. This gives it a colder, wetter climate than further up the Sovalt Bay, with mists forming around the city due to the proximity of the mountains and the expanses of water.

History
Sovalt was completely uninhabited, as far as archaeologists can tell, until the Zanyal exodus in the 1070s BC. However, some colonies had been founded in what is now Tondola province. Realising Tondola could not easily support their needs, the Zanyal refugees searched north, entering the Sovalt Bay, and settling along the edges. It was not until the 1020s that a capital city was needed, and the site of Afar was chosen for its security and hospitable geography.

The city of Afar was founded around 1015 BC, and quickly grew in power. The Zanyal fleet was based there until the Battle of Vavalya in 1002 BC, which gave the Zanyal the ability to control the seas further offshore.

In 837 BC, Henri Munodi was crowned King of Afar, and began the Zanyal reconquest of the mainland. Soon afterwards, the capital of the Zanyal was transferred to Hunolir, and Afar's role diminished.

In the following centuries, Afar was regarded as the prime city of Tondola Isle, and was often the capital of Tondola, or Sovalt governments. However, the city declines in isolation like the rest of Tondola in the 15th century AD and onward. The city was turned down as the site of the modern capital, due to the impression that it had already reached much of its potential. The citizens of Afar strongly refute that.

Culture
Afar has a strong artistic community, who take inspiration from the long history of the city, the sense of municipal honour, and the geographical nature of the city. Afar is largely covered by both private and municipal gardens, which give the city a laid-back and open feel.

Landmarks
The 'heart' of Afar is the Central Coast District, which combines both the business and recreation hubs of the city. In the centre of the district lies the main wharf, which allows ships to dock on both sides, with cruise liners entering to form temporary hotels.

Government and Poltics
Afar is currently governed by Partie Patriotique de Kanjor members with several independent councillors, which is similar to the political situation across Kanjor.

Les Verts du Kanjor was founded in Afar in September, 2340.