Ankae

Ankae is Metzetta's second-largest city, with a population of 3.5 million and an area of 430 square miles. It is one of Metzetta's Metropolitan Cities, which are not part of any province. Historically it was the capital of Daekang. Found on Metzetta's southeast coast, it is the country's most important port.

Etymology
"An" denotes "a place where land and sea meet," while "kae" means "wild." Altogether Ankae is thought to refer to the place where the wild currents of the sea meet the land.

History
Ankae was the capital of Daekang, the ancient kingdom which fell to Meseda-jo in 85 BC.

Geography
Ankae is found on Metzetta's southeast coast.

Administrative Divisions
Ankae is divided into 16 gu (districts) which are in turn divided into dong (neighbourhoods).

Demographics
3.5 million people live in Ankae.

Rail
As well as its connections to the country-wide rail network, Ankae is also served by a subway system, the Ankae Metropolitan Railway.

Sea
Ankae is Metzetta's busiest cargo port. Regular ferry services can also be accessed from the city docks for both foot passengers and vehicles.

Education
Universities in Ankae include Daekang University, Ankae National University, Ankae University of Education, Ankae University of Foreign Studies, Metzetta Maritime and Ocean University, Hotenwo University, Ankae Arts College, Ankae Institute of Science and Technology, Songjung Polytechnic College and Metzetta Catholic University.

Primary and secondary schools offering their courses in foreign languages can be found in Ankae.

International Relations
Consular services