蛇曲逵 Serpentine-Winding-Crossroads
The ancient metropolis is nestled in a rugged valley surrounded by hilly terrain, the climate is wet and mild
Classical Chinese Asian Fantasy detailed painting artwork concept art
This is one of the oldest settlements, dating back to the age of Heroes or perhaps even villages from the Dragons-Giants-Age
The Noble-City of the Middle-Regions, capital of many dynasties seeking to consolidate power across the diverse land
The Vernacular architecture of the city is a mix of Mud, Earthenware and hewn rock
Peasants and Commoners live in simple mud huts on the outskirts of the city, often plastered onto the formidable City-Walls
The middle classes amass in domiciles of various stones, sometimes brick, sometimes hewn slabs. Jade adornment is used by merchants
The cities grand palaces, halls, pagodas and temples are made from fine stones such as Jade and Marble
the most grandiose of the elite architecture is decorated with stained-glass and rare gemstones