Marjantia
Republic of Marjantia República de Marjantia | |
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| Status | Active |
| Capital and | Luzmadina |
| Recognised national languages | Spanish |
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| Demonym(s) | Marjantian |
| Government | Presidential republic |
• President | Marco Almazán |
| Legislature | Majiwat |
| Independence from Spain | |
• Independence | 14 April 2023 |
• Constitution ratified | 15 April 2023 |
| Area | |
• Total | 1 km2 (0.39 sq mi) |
| Population | |
• 2023 estimate | 1 |
• 2023 census | 1 |
| Membership | 1 |
| Currency | Example dollar |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (XST) |
| Date format | mm/dd/yyyy |
| Driving side | right |
Website marjantia | |
Marjantia, officially the Republic of Marjantia, is a micronation founded on April 14, 2023, with a presidential system and a single legislative chamber, the Majiwat.
It is located on the Mediterranean coast.
Etymology
The name of the nation comes from the Arabic word "marja", meaning "meadow", "valley" or "pasture", which was combined with the suffix "-ntia".
History
The history of Marjantia dates back to Roman times, when important settlements were established in the area. Over the centuries, the region has been influenced by various cultures, most notably the Romans and Arabs.
After the fall of the Roman Empire, the Iberian Peninsula was invaded by various cultures, including the Arabs, who established their dominance in the region for several centuries.
In the Middle Ages, Marjantia was a disputed land between the different kingdoms that were established in the Iberian Peninsula. Finally, during the second half of the 13th century, the region came under the control of the Crown of Castile,
Throughout the 20th century, Marjantia underwent various attempts at cultural subjugation, first from the Spanish tradition and later from the American and British tradition, the nation suffered cultural and linguistic repression, which led to a resurgence of the feeling of independence and the creation of various groups that fought for independence in the 21st century. Marjantia achieved its independence after a long political and social process.
Economy
Historically, Marjantia has developed an economy based on agriculture, mining and tourism.
Culture
The culture of the Republic of Marjantia is rich and diverse, influenced by its geographical location, history and traditions. The mixture of Roman and Arab culture has resulted in a unique culture that has developed and been maintained over the centuries.
Gastronomy
Gastronomy is another important part of its culture, with a variety of typical dishes that reflect the rich mix of culinary influences. Popular dishes include couscous, chicken rice, kebab and paella.
Religion
Religion also plays an important role in the culture of Marjantia, with Islam being the predominant religion in the country. Places of worship such as mosques and religious shrines are an important part of the culture and daily life of the people of Marjantia.
Dances
Music and dance are an important part of the culture of Marjantia. Traditional music is strongly influenced by Arabic music, with the use of instruments such as the oud, qanun and darbuka. Dance is also an important element, with dabke and belly dancing being popular throughout the country.