Eyadhan
Eyadhan
Eyadhan | |
|---|---|
 View of central Eyadhan, looking towards the New Market | |
| Area | |
| • Metro | 2,100 km2 (800 sq mi) |
| Population (2010) | |
| • City | 5,198,600 |
| Demonym(s) | Eyadhana |
Eyadhan (pronunciation: /ɛjaðan/ ) is a the capital and largest city of the Algazi Union, located on the country's east coast.
Etymology
History
Geography
Eyadhan is located on a large bay on the east coast of the Algazi Union, near the cities of Adhar and Variij. A range of hills borders the east and south sides of the city.
Climate
Cityscape
Eyadhan is divided into five main quarters, each consisting of various smaller districts. The Old City and Central Eyadhan form the two main quarters; Merek-Kabesh borders the Old City on the east, while Tayumiv and Gashir surround Central Eyadhan to the north and west.
Old City
The Old City is the historic core of Eyadhan, housing most of the major civic and national buildings as well as various landmarks and historic sites. Most of the buildings in the district were built in the 18th and early 19th centuries, but a substantial portion, particularly in the center of the quarter, are much older, dating back as far as the 1400s. The area has become significantly more expensive in the last fifty years as more affluent Eyadhanan increasingly move to the Old City from the subrubs. As a result, many nieghborhoods have become known for high-end businesses, particularly restaurants. The quarter as a whole, however, remains fairly mixed socio-economically. The Old City is also the most popular area among tourists visiting the city, particularly along the waterfront.
Landmarks
Culture
Economy
Eyadhan is one of the largest financial centers in the Algazi Union, being home to the country's main stock exchange and several major banks. Shipping remains an important part of the city's economy, as does manufacturing (particuarly textiles, food products, and electronics).