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Naskadan  Nasʼgidahéenkeijín (Tlingit) Capital: Yadeele
Population: 1,120,043 (2023) Motto: Majestic and Bold |
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Naskadan also known colloquially as the Naska is a constituent province of Deodeca, situated on the western coast of the subcontinent Asperia. Naskadan is bordered by Ingerish Asperia and Kastichetshan to the north east, AR060-16 to the south, and Ambrosia to its eastern border. Naskadan's geography consists of dramatic alpine terrain, with the Grand Barrier Mountains forming its northeastern border. The province is also defined by its extensive river and hydrological ecosystems, with the Naskadan river (its namesake) being one of the longest and most discharged rivers in Deodeca. Naskadan is sparsely populated, mainly due to its rugged and remote terrain. The capital and largest city, Yadeele (historically known as Port Georgina), is home to 80% of the population of 1.1 million. Other population centers mainly serve local industries such as forestry, mining, hydropower, and gas extraction. Tourism is a growing industry, with the province's natural beauty being a drawcard for outdoors people and hikers. The province also contains several of the country's national parks, each being renowned globally.
Etymology
The name naskadan is derived from the local Tlingit name for the Naskadan river, Nasʼgidahéenkeijín, which means "fifteen". In local mythology, the river was formed from fifteen great snakes that died and together formed the river's course.
History
Geography
Naskadan is defined by rugged terrain formed by the Grand Shield Mountains in its eastern half. The coast is largely formed of low-lying wetland and lagoons, notably the Chains-of-Asperia on the northern coast. The Naskadan river is the largest and most notable feature, which crosses the province through its center.