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City: Galeel
Title: The City of Sky Reach, The City of Heights, The City of the Mountain Falls,
The City of Deep Thought
Planet: Nlia
Continent:  Eastern Continent (Eastern Land)
Region: Sky Mountains
Population: 500,000 (About the size of Atlanta, Georgia)
Founded: circa 4000 B.C.

Galeel is city state that exists on the planet Nlia, which exists in my AU Star Trek ‘New Start’ verse.
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NLIA
Nlia is located in the Revla System located in the Alpha Quadrant and is the home of the Nlians, 



SKY MOUNTAINS
The Sky Mountains are a mountain range that stretches across much of the northeastern border of The Eastern Continent
They are the tallest mountains  on Nlia, ranging from 4000 to 6000 meters (Comparable to the Andes) and famous for their majestic appearance.



The region, like the rest of the continant, is very hot and arid in climate.
In many areas vegetation is sparse and water sources limited to springs and oases.
Other areas have rivers, tiny lakes and more vegetaton
At higher elevations the temperatures are cooler and very cold at night.


The region's city states are located at the area's largest water supplies.
Aside from them there are there are numerous small villages.
There are also many pastoral nomads who live as their ancestors have for thousands of years.
All inhabitants are known for their skill at mountain climbing and wilderness survival.

Settlements are built either within valleys or atop plateaus.
Many buildings are carved within mountainsides.
The people of the region are famous for their skill at masonry and are called the Stone Weavers.

Thousands of years ago the region underwent extensive volcanic activity and in some areas there are still active volcanoes.
The result is that the area is rich in ores and minerals
This is where Nlia’s heaviest mining industries are concentrated.

Aside from mining, the economy is dominated by subsistence agriculture and livestock.

For thousands of years there has been constant trade among the cities of the Sky Mountains and the regions beyond.
The region attracts scores of visitors, including scientists, historians and artists.

The region is known for its contemplative atmosphere and there are several retreats and monasteries. 

GALEEL
Galeel is located on a vast elevated plateau three miles above sea level (over 3000 meters).
It is the highest city on Nlia, which has earned it the name The City of Sky Reach and The City of Heights

Because its at such a high altitude, Galeel has a colder temperature than the rest of the continent.
Temperatures can drop to 30 degrees °F.

The Galeena River runs near the city and is a source of hydraulic power.
Because of this the city is also called The City of the Mountain Falls

The city is surrounded by imposing mountain ranges that contain Nlia highest summits.
From here one can see for hundreds of miles in every direction and virtually every window offers stunning mountain views.
Many regard Galeel as the most beautiful of the Sky Mountain cities.

With the exception of docking facilities for flying craft there is no mass transportation.
People either walk, use animal mounts, or small craft.

Galeel's economy relies primarily on subsistence agriculture, animal husbandry and craftsmanship.
Small scale mineral mining and geothermal heat extraction is also practiced.

Galeel has long been famous for its exceptional weaving.
The wools from this region are considered among the highest quality on Nlia.
Galeel is also known for its spices and the flavor of its foods.

Galeel has a long tradition of scholarship.
It has a famous Archive (Library) and House of Learning and many scholars and philosophers have lived or studied here.
Many believe that the surrounding mountains views are helpful for deep thought and contemplation.
Galeel has been called The City of Deep Thought


Galeel is considered one of Nlia's Scholar Cities
Aviy, the City of the House of Knowledge  (Western Contient: Crystal Bay)
Benlon: The Place of Deep Roots               (Northern Continent: Central Forests)
Darsa, the Central City                              (Eastern Continent: Eastern Sands)
Famas the City of Scholars                    (Western Continent: Golden Sands)
Galeel, the City of Sky Reach                (Eastern Continent: Sky Mountains)  
Kaylavee, the City of Springs                 (Eastern Continent: Sunlett Hills)
Panomu, the City of Learning                 Western Continent: Valo Hills Peninsula
Porthel, the City of Manuscripts           (Eastern Continent: East Isle)
Raskee, The City of Wisdom                 (Western Continent: Valo Hills)
Talee, the City of Deep Rock                 (Western Continent: Sunlo Canyons
Varla, the City of the Eastern Gate       (Eastern Continent: Northern Tip) 
Vaua, The City of the Red Sentinals     (Western Continent: Red Mountains)



NOTED INHABITANTS
Revan Tornal


ANIMALS



OTHER CITIES OF THE SKY MOUNTAINS
Galeel, the City of Sky Reach
Iray, the City of Delving
Niza, the City of the Mountain's Bounty
Nordiye, the City of the Sky Harbor
Reemlay, the City of Fire Ores
Trustay, the City of the Mesa
Yodeen the City of the Mountain Springs


OTHER NLIAN CITIES
Oslamth, the Queen of Cities 
Skadi, the City of Rivers
Benlon The Place of Deep Roots
Camere, the City of Dunes
Illefa the City of the Eastern Harbors
Jorskel, The City of Red Flame
Klomin, the City of River Rock
Lomese, The City of Light Towers  


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Comments: 16

AvalonCezarLepinski [2020-01-02 21:58:04 +0000 UTC]

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Tamuril2 [2019-11-26 10:55:25 +0000 UTC]

Okay, Galeelnis my new favorite city of yours. The colors are so vibrant, and it looks like a place where every food is well spiced. 

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AngeloVentura [2019-11-25 23:27:19 +0000 UTC]

cool work|

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SeekHim In reply to AngeloVentura [2019-12-02 09:35:06 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

GOD bless
John 3:16

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scorpionlover42 [2019-11-24 14:27:37 +0000 UTC]

The place has a Ray Bradbury plus the Wizard of Oz vibe to it. I wouldn't mind visiting there.  

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SeekHim In reply to scorpionlover42 [2019-11-24 19:03:22 +0000 UTC]

What stands out the most for you?

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scorpionlover42 In reply to SeekHim [2019-11-24 19:43:49 +0000 UTC]

I'd say the colors and architecture. They suggest otherworldly, but yet with nothing to alarm humans who visit the place.  

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SeekHim In reply to scorpionlover42 [2019-11-24 21:40:47 +0000 UTC]

I went through a heck of a lot of puzzling and studying trying to in-vision the Sky Mountains.
They are the tallest mountains on Nlia,(the planet's Himalayas) but at the same time they have no snow. 
I tried to imagine what tall mountains on Vulcan would be like but without the red sky and not quite as barren

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Colourbrand [2019-11-23 18:25:58 +0000 UTC]

WOW! That is beautiful!! Only thing I hate - lack of guardrails!


Aside that - yes

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SeekHim In reply to Colourbrand [2019-11-23 18:37:40 +0000 UTC]

Don't worry there are invisible forcefields along the edge of all the borders.

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Colourbrand In reply to SeekHim [2019-11-23 21:06:52 +0000 UTC]

Good to hear

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HandofManos [2019-11-23 11:21:45 +0000 UTC]

Excellent design fits in well with the other scenes

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SeekHim In reply to HandofManos [2019-11-26 01:49:05 +0000 UTC]

I went through a lot of puzzling and studying trying to invision the Sky Mountains.
They are the tallest mountains on Nlia,(the planet's Himalayas) but at the same time they have no snow. 
I tried to imagine what tall mountains on Vulcan would be like, but without the red sky.

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HandofManos In reply to SeekHim [2019-11-27 11:23:20 +0000 UTC]

I think it turned out quite well! Always inspiring what you come up with

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SulaimanDoodle [2019-11-23 01:13:12 +0000 UTC]

Cool scifi city concept art!

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SeekHim In reply to SulaimanDoodle [2019-11-26 01:49:24 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.

GOD bless
John 3:16

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