Draft:Duchy of Almasía

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Duchy of Almasía
  • Diúcacht Almasía (Irish)
  • دوقية الماسية (Arabic)
Duchy
Flag of Almasía
CountryEmpire of Garránia
Established31 August 2022
Founded byShiva Sanría
Government
 • TypeDuchy
 • BodyThe House of Sanría
 • DuchessShiva Sanría
Elevation
5 m (16 ft)
Population
 (2023)
 • Total~ 680
 1 citizen as of 2023
DemonymAlmasíans
Time zoneUTC-5 (EST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
Area Code(239)


The Duchy of Almasía, more commonly known as Almasía, is a member state of the Empire of Garránia. Shiva Sanría was self-appointed as Almasía's leader and on 31 August, 2022. Prior to this, Sanría was a known supporter of Ezekiel Ensor's isolationist ideology.

Etymology

The name Almasía, originates from both the Arabic word for diamond, "almas", and the Spanish word suffix "ía". This is intended to reflect the large number of Arab-Garránians inhabiting the state, many of which who lived in parts of Central America prior to settling in the Empire of Garránia.

History

Almasía was founded during the beginning of Garránia's Isolationist Era. Its Duchess held a strong influence in the Grand Council having argued for Garránia's isolation from the greater micronational community. The province has a large population of non-naturalized immigrants and is known for its cultural diversity, most of which have origins in Central America and the Middle East.