Andrar

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[[File:.|150px|Flag of Andrar]] Andrar
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Capital: Ordamerán [1]
Population: 32.523.395 (2020)
Motto: «La prosperidad se agrandece y la esperanza, permanece»
Anthem: TBD

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Etymology

Acording to this intepretation, Andrar derives from the ancient Imani term "Andur-ahr", which loosely translates as "land of winds and stone." In this context, "Andur" meant "wind" or "spirit of the air," while "ahr" referred to rocky or elevated terrain. This etymology is consistent with the central highlands, where windswept plateaus and rocky outcrops define the landscape. Ancient hymns and inscriptions found on the wind steles when describing sacred lands and pilgrimage sites.

History

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History of Andrar
Early History
• Prehistory3000 a.EC - VI Century
• Imani PeriodVI - XLL
• Alezar Empire7th - 17th Century
Colonization
• Castellanese ColonizationXIII-XVLL
Contemporary times
• IndependenceDecember 12, 1824
• Contemporany eraXX - Actualy

Prehistoric Era

The earliest habitants of Andrar were indigenous groups who settled primarily in the river basin of Ordá, Mersat and yali rivers. These poeples developed advanced terance farming tehniques, taking advantage of seasonal waters, and doesticated animals adapted to arid and tropical climates. Their belief systems revolved around the elemental duality of fire and water, a primordial foundation for the future salaridism, which sought balance between opposing forces of nature.

Comunities boult megalithic monuments such as the karbelar cirlces, which seved as astronomical observatories to guide plating and religious ceremonies. Petroglyphs in the Damaral mountains show a culture with a strong spiritual sense and knowledge of solar and lunar cycles.

Imani Empire (VI-XVII century)

between the 6th and 12th century, a confederation of imani tribes migrated fron sourthen uletha, crossing the Dematisna straig to settle in andrar's central highlands. These peoples brought significant cultural developments: a complex consonantal script engraved on stone and waxed wooden tables, dome architecture and walled gardens inspiredby oases of their origin, and advanced hydraulic systems based on undergound canals, allowing more stable agriculture and semi-arid areas.

Imani social organizacion was tribal yet fexible, with clans maintaining relative autonomy under the autority of a council of elders and local leaders managing caravan trade and political alliances. These caravans traveled transregional routes, connecting Andrar with distant parts of Tarephia and Sourthern Uletha, fostering early cosmopolitanism. Cities like -, -, -, became key trade hubs for salt, cooper, spices, mineral-dyed textiles, and semi-precious stones like lapiz lazuli and agate.

On a cultural level, imanis developed an oral and written poetic traditiion focused on the cycles of nature, ancestral memory, and the value of travel.

Fragments of religious hymns and ritual chronicles are preserved in the so-called Stelae of the wind, monoliths carved with commemorative inscriptions aligned astrnomically. The religion envolved into a syncretic cult that fused solar, lunar and fertility elements, with ceremonial practices linked to the equinoxes and the observation of the stars. This worldview would be the percusor of salaridism, the dominant religion in andrar during later centuries.

It is also inthis period that the first workshops of glazed ceramics and decorative metallurgy emerged, as well as advanced textile techniques with natural dyes. The Imani legacy left a lasting imprint on Andra's toponymy, architecture, and institutions of power, being considerd by mani historians as the true beginning of aproto-Andraresian identity

The Alezar Empire (VII-XVII Century)

Much of the territory that today comprises Mazan and parts of Castellan, came to be located south of Andrar during centuries the Alezar Empire. This kingdom emerged in the sevent century after the declline of the first imamid caliphate and consolidaded itself as one of the main political and economical powers in Western Uletha and Tarephia during the Modern Age.

The alezar Empire stood out for its advanced administration, cultural mix and commercial expansion, influencing the political and cultural structure of the region. In the present day area of Mazan, different forms of government were established under the name ''Alezar'', with a system that combined imani tribal elements with centralidez monarchical structures.

Following the decline of the empire in the 17th Century, the territory fragmented. giving rise to multiple regional governments with varied strategies to maintain control and administer their domains, generating a political mosaic tha would influence the future configuration of Andrar and its neighboring states.

Castellanese Colonization (XVIII-XVII Century)

In July 12th, 1240, the first Castellanese ships arrived on the eastern shored of Andrar, particulary at me mouths of the yali and mersat rivers in the state region of Boramaya. Their initial motivation was economic: to establish safe trade routes of salt, precious metals and spices into the interior of tarephia. However, these meetings soon took on a political and spiritual character.

The castellan people founded fortifield bastion such as San Telmo De Las Arenas, Puerto Balika De Samaniego, and later, city of Ordamerán, with the purpose of establishing permanent enclaves from which to project their influence. Unlike other colonial powers of the time,they did not impose a large-scale military conquest, nut opted ofr a diplomatic system of alliances, appealing to the political fragmentation of the kingdoms.

Gradual integration and transformations

They signed agreements of mutual cooperation with salaridist lords, especially with clans of the central highlands and the Orda river basin. These pacts were sealed through intermarriage, knowledge of local jurisdictions. Nwe agricultural technologies were introduced; olive cultivation, vine and furrow irrigation techniques.The use of the iron plough was also promoteed, which revolutionized agriculture in semi-desert areas.The castellan people installed windmills, catchment dams and ortholic temples that adapted to the local architecture, giving rise to a hybrid religious aesthetic.

Cultural miscegenation and th birth of the chestnut tree

Independence

The new republic (19th Century)

Inspired by independence movements across Tarephia and Uletha, and fueled by decades of economy exploitation, cultural marginalization, and colonial centralism, the people of Andrar launched a popular uprising that culminated in 1824 with the declaration of the "Tharephic Republic Of Andrar". The rebelion was led by a coalition of regional leaders, former colonial military officers, urban merchants, and thinkers influenced by Enlightenment ideals and neighboring nations independence struggles.

Ordamerán was chosen as the capital for its strategic Coastal-central location and is deep historical symbolism, being one of the oldes salardist centers and a key site of resistence in earlier conflicts. Its reconstruction as the capital included wide boulevards, public squares, and administrative buildings, marking jthe beggining of a new urban aesthetic.

The new constitution, drafted by a constituent assembly representing various regions,explicitly protected religious freedom, with especial recognition of salaridism as the spitirual and cultural heritage of the Andranic people.Though the state declared itself secular, naional holidays were insiped y the traditional Salaridic calenar, integrating navite elements into republican civil life.

Contemporany Era

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Geography

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Environment

Biodiversity

Politics

Historial de presidentes en Andrar

Shortly after Andrar's independence, Kareim Sabati was elected emperor. However, this form of government did not last long, as in 1825, a year after Andrar became a republic, Alexis Del Real Quirrin became the first constitutional president, serving for the next 10 years (1825-1835).

His government consolidated independence, abolished slavery, and promoted education. He faced conspiracies and internal conflicts. His term was complicated by the economic crisis and lack of political stability, but he managed to maintain order.

  • Hancer Asatán De Los Alamos (1835-1845)

He took power after winning the 1835 election. He sought to reconcile the conflicting factions and implemented liberal reforms, reducing the power of the clergy and the army, but he faced significant opposition.

  • Yoniel Rendon Tanori (1845-1850)

He consolidated centralist power, abolishing the 1824 Constitution and establishing new laws that ushered in the centralist republic. His government sparked the rebellion of Ayir Ahali Al-Kaza, which later resulted in the independence of that territory. Because of this period, he is considered one of the worst presidents of Andrade, as well as for disregarding certain procedures and committing several human rights violations. He was removed from office.

  • Villet Rentaria Jaferri (1850-1855)

He continued the centralist government established by Rendon. His term was marked by Al-Kaza's independence and the country's difficulties in confronting it. He governed in an environment of political and economic crisis, with constant clashes between federalists and centralists.

  • Yoniel Rendon Tanori (1855-1860)

He briefly assumed power to try to control the economic situation. His short government demonstrated his inability to provide political stability, leading to his removal from office and another change in leadership. His term was weak and he faced internal conflicts, which led to his swift departure from power amidst the country's continued political instability.

  • Sergey Archanta Nevez (1860-1870)

He attempted to rebuild the country after the political and economic instability. He implemented economic and security measures to restore order, although his government faced conspiracies and internal conflicts. His administration marked a period of relative peace before further political crises. He promoted economic stability and tried to reduce the army's power in politics.

  • Sue Marel Palentichova Deliconchis (1870-1877)

The first woman to serve as president of the country, she promulgated the 1870 Constitution, which established a secular state and limited the power of the Church. However, his indecisiveness in the face of the conservative opposition weakened his government. He ended up relinquishing power, which sparked the war between liberals and conservatives.

  • Ramantis Antillon Avirra (1877-1880)

Leaving the vice presidency to appoint a new president, he restored the republic, centralized power, and promoted reforms in education, the economy, and the army. However, he generated discontent and died in office in 1880, on the very day of the presidential elections.

  • Carlos Galán Viera (1880-1900)

He implemented measures to pacify the country and stabilize the economy.

He promoted economic growth and foreign investment, but with political repression.

He had the longest term of all the presidents of Andorra.

  • Abdal Aris Perino (1900-1910)

promoted democracy and freedom of the press, but faced opposition from the old centralists and radical revolutionaries. He attempted to reconcile the various revolutionary factions, but his authority was challenged, and at the end of his presidency, unable to govern, he fled to Castellán.

  • Mone Alexandria Meneses De Montaja (1910-1920)

Promoted educational, agrarian, and labor reforms, drafted a new constitution, consolidating the post-revolutionary state, and established agreements with foreign countries, thus beginning a period of good foreign relations. He strengthened the country.

  • Sadi Babuca Nevez (1920-1930)

Promoted a social and political transformation, expropriating the oil industry. He carried out a broad agrarian reform and strengthened the country's role, minimized the power of religion in politics, and broke with any centralist associations in the country. He promoted industrialization.

  • Carel Buzani Pizaña (1930-1940)

Promoted industrial development and education, but also faced corruption and political repression. His administration consolidated presidentialism and laid the foundations for economic growth.

  • Noel Rafael Corona Cocoba (1940-1950)

He nationalized the electricity industry and promoted social security. His government strengthened education and culture. Despite his progressive approach, there were instances of repression against opponents, such as in the railroad workers' movement. He granted women the right to vote in elections. His government promoted economic development but faced problems with corruption.

Gael Gonez Nasforum (1950-1960)

His administration was marked by economic development and infrastructure construction. He increased industrial employment and internationalized the country, creating many job opportunities and encouraging gentrification in the larger cities.

  • Abdali Rocha Krenis (1960-1970)

He took advantage of the oil boom to boost the economy, but the squandering of resources led to the crisis in 1970.

  • Aries Urebachia Cohen (1970-1980)

He implemented neoliberal policies to address the inherited economic crisis, which proved effective, and the economy began to stabilize. He updated the education program and modernized the entire rail, port, and trucking systems.

  • Daniel Garel Gonez Gala (1980-1988)

His term was marked by economic growth, strengthened education, promoted inclusion and LGBT rights, managed the economic crisis, strengthened human rights, particularly those of indigenous peoples, women, and children, protected natural areas, and implemented new reforms for urban development. He consistently clashed with the conservative community, ultimately being assassinated during the celebration of his eighth year in office in 1988. His presidency had a positive impact and solidified his reputation as the best president in the country's history.

  • Branel Salas Salias (1988-1990)

He respected Daniel González's presidential plan and attempted to strengthen the legacy he provided to the country. He promoted democratic reforms.

  • Gabriel Buquichora Bravo (1990-2000)

He faced difficulties implementing structural reforms due to legislative opposition. He promoted social programs and economic stability, but his administration was criticized for a lack of leadership and governance problems.

  • Alanna Petras Norovizki (2000-2010)

She promoted energy and social security reforms, but her decade as president was marked by social crises.

  • Javier Arana Miller (2010-2015)

He promoted structural reforms in education, energy, and telecommunications, but his administration was overshadowed by corruption scandals, weakening his party.

  • Ivan Quihuis Dorame (2015-2020)

He emphasized austerity and social programs. Although he maintained high popularity, he faced criticism for the increase in violence.

  • Jan Antonio Ampe Burroa (2020-2025)

His administration represents the continuation of Ivan Quihuis's project, with a focus on social development, infrastructure, and the energy transition.

  • Jeanette Astazaran Zenche Do Real (2025-2030)

and judiciary system

Foreign relations

Military

Administrative divisions

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Administrative divisions of Andrar
First-levelStates
Second-levelMunicipalities
Third-levelUrban/Rural cities
Largest cities
• Ordamerán
• Lamantefere
• Cojedez
• Antalaya
• Salomé Asaltiachi
4,876,449
4,090,449
2,563,336
2,113,983
1,989,713

Andrar is divided in Distritos= States

In Andrar there are 20 Districts

Each state is subdivided in Municipios = municipalities

in all Andrar there are 187 municipalities

Economy

Finance and banking

Energy

Transportation

Tourism

Demographics

Historical population per decade by Census
District 2.025 2020 2010 2000 1990 1980 1970 1960 1950 1940
Bermedez 1.677.003 1.497.528 1.388.544 1.261.467 1.113.285 1.112.675 882.378 731.905 500043
Dinar 1.004.338 1.149.763 1.388.029 1.602.792 1.770.392 1.635.220 1.291.399 924.449 499819
Alcazamento 422.268 370.413 351.589 304.906 234.947 188.270 114.096 86.671 52258
Celebres 442.412 372.167 355.504 330.966 294.655 257.513 238.783 195.976 133052
Sinderejo 147.871 129.849 123.393 113.714 104.514 83.940 74.511 63.930 56191
Mendar 73.049 67.530 58.280 52.880 44.543 36.462 28.061 21.685 12527
Tardan 10.906 10.213 9.434 7.700 6.986 4.255 3.211 1.252 676
Camarena 48.885 42.263 35.943 30.282 26.485 24.187 18.586 14.461 8696
Gardamenesi 441.890 370.907 308.104 266.316 242.570 194.589 159.000 137.953 117814
Alparma 3.349.414 3.249.404 3.126.085 2.541.668 2.436.019 2.038.800 1.650.605 1.472.284 1256416
Ordameran 7.824.686 5.958.055 5.031.219 4.014.010 3.532.319 2.748.693 2.415.479 2.028.962 1653101
Borabarsin 1.853.260 1.707.320 1.601.236 1.464.859 1.305.105 1.148.272 974.299 780.496 616155
Gardaya 1.269.439 1.188.634 1.113.159 1.005.186 867.798 678.928 635.476 420.829 345444
Boramaya 2.977.520 2.548.743 1.860.804 1.777.222 1.574.615 1.421.837 1.125.058 951.204 863644
Durian 1.648.988 1.524.307 1.122.911 965.729 772.448 510.120 259.999 238.395 210905
Lamantefere 4.125.997 3.567.788 3.226.352 2.572.564 2.255.712 1.761.754 1.496.912 1.291.720 1073052
Tamantif 15.514 14.326 13.216 11.572 10.408 7.796 6.317 5.089 4665
Sindalef 1.111.783 1.004.756 841.378 771.602 621.080 491.441 384.021 273.620 157594
Senora 2.005.828 1.907.373 1.755.226 1.586.330 1.386.766 1.266.104 1.060.099 950.763 638951
Salome 2.072.344 1.935.170 1.487.204 1.256.118 1.010.937 939.411 837.324 620.889 410451
Total 32.523.395 28.616.509 25.197.610 21.937.883 19.611.584 16.550.267 13.655.614 11.212.533 8.611.454

Population by age group and sex

Age Group Men Women Total
0–4 1,340,000 1,095,000 2,435,000
5–9 1,345,000 1,100,000 2,445,000
10–14 1,350,000 1,105,000 2,455,000
15–19 1,355,000 1,110,000 2,465,000
20–24 1,360,000 1,115,000 2,475,000
25–29 1,365,000 1,120,000 2,485,000
30–34 1,370,000 1,125,000 2,495,000
35–40 1,247,719 1,006,318 2,254,037
41–45 1,090,000 890,000 1,980,000
46–50 1,085,000 885,000 1,970,000
51–55 1,080,000 880,000 1,960,000
56–60 1,075,000 875,000 1,950,000
61–65 1,036,361 860,657 1,897,018
65–69 460,000 375,000 835,000
70–74 450,000 370,000 820,000
75–79 440,000 360,000 800,000
80+ 438,319 359,020 797,339
Total 17,887,399 14,635,996 32,523,395
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Demographics of Andrar
DemonymAndrani
Official languagesCastellanese, Castanés, Mazanic
Recognized minority languagesSalarid
Ethnicities
Castellanese
  
60.2%
Mazanics
  
30.5%
Gobrassian
  
4.4%
Other
  
4.9%
Religion
Imani
  
45%
Ortholic
  
35%
Irreligious
  
8.5%
Salaridism
  
6.8%
Other
  
4.7%
LiteracySteady 99.1%
Life expectancyIncrease 85 (male)
Steady 88 (female)
Birth rate17.79 Steady (3.1 TFR Decrease)
Death rate8.43 Steady


Religio

Languages

Education

1. General Framework of the Andrani Educational System

The educational system in Andrar is mainly regulated by:

  • The Andranic Political Constitution (Article 4)
  • The General Education Law

These documents establish that education in Andrar must be:

Secular, Free of Charge, Compulsory, Inclusive, of High Quality, and with a Human Rights–based approach.

The federal, state, and municipal governments are responsible for guaranteeing access to education.

2. Types of Education in Andrar

A) Public Education

  • Provided by the State.
  • Free of charge.
  • Represents the largest share of educational coverage in the country.

B) Private Education

  • Provided by private institutions.
  • Must have an Official Recognition of Study Validity (RVOE) granted by the Ministry of Education.
  • May charge tuition fees.

3. Levels of the Andrani education system

The education system is divided into basic education, upper secondary education, and higher education, as well as special modalities

4. Basic Education (Compulsory)

4.1 Early Childhood Education

Serves children from 0 to 3 years old.

Includes:

  • Early stimulation
  • Emotional, social, and cognitive development

It is school-based and has recently been recognized as part of compulsory education.

4.2 Preschool Education

Ages: 3 to 5 years old

Duration: 3 years

Objetives:

  • Language development
  • Social Skills
  • Motor skills
  • Bacis mathematical thinking

it is compulsory

4.3 Primary ducation

Ages: 6 to 11-12 yeaars old

Subjets (Based of the basic education curriculum map):

  • Language and Literature
  • Mathematics
  • Regional Language
  • Language Expression and Orthography
  • Physical Education
  • Social Sciences
  • Natural Sciences
  • Education, Ethics, and Identity
  • Regional Geography
  • International Geography
  • Regional History
  • World History
  • Oral and Written Communication
  • Human Psychology
  • Body and Perception
  • Elective Subjects

Throughout the six years of primary education, the goal is to develop basic skills in reading, wtriting, logical reasoning, as well as emotional, cognitive, and physical inleligence

Health

Culture

Arts and literature

Music and theatre

Media

Cuisine

Sports