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'''Porta Bianca''', officially known as the '''Commonwealth of Porta Bianca''' ({{lang-cd|Comunidade da Porta Bianca}}), is a [[Administrative divisions of Cartadania|state]] of [[Cartadania]] located in the northeastern Taínean Sea. The state is characterized by its picturesque archipelago, which includes the main island of Porta Bianca along with several smaller islands that dot the turquoise waters of the Taínean Sea. The natural beauty and unique geography of the area make Porta Bianca a captivating destination for visitors and residents alike. With a population of approximately 13.2 million, Porta Bianca ranks as the [[Administrative divisions of Cartadania|seventh-most populous]] state in Cartadania. The diverse population of the state is made up of a rich tapestry of cultures and ethnicities, with influences from indigenous, Vallosian, Sarpedonian, and southern Levantine traditions. The capital and largest city of Porta Bianca is [[Amar]], which is strategically located on the northeastern coast of the main island. Amar serves as a bustling hub of economic and cultural activity, attracting people from all walks of life.

The history of Porta Bianca is marked by its diverse cultural heritage. The island was originally inhabited by indigenous people from the northern Taínean region, but it was claimed by Cartadania as a territory in 1641 and eventually became a state in 1650, early on in the country's history but cementing its foothold in the region. Over the years, the cultural and demographic landscapes of Porta Bianca have been shaped by a complex interplay of factors, including the displacement and assimilation of the native population and settlement from mainland Cartadanians.

During Cartadania's colonial period, Porta Bianca played a unique and significant role as a forward military base site for southern Crona. Its strategic location in the northeastern Taínean Sea made it an important outpost for Cartadania's military operations in the region. However, alongside its military significance, Porta Bianca also emerged as a popular destination for tourism among mainlanders and international visitors. The island's pristine beaches, tropical climate, and rich cultural heritage drew travelers from far and wide, contributing to its growing popularity as a tourist hotspot. As a result of Cartadania's influence, Porta Bianca developed a distinctive creole Romantic culture and language that combined elements from indigenous, Vallosian, Sarpedonian, and southern Levantine cultures. This unique blend of cultural influences is evident in the island's architecture, music, dance, cuisine, and customs. The creole Romantic culture of Porta Bianca is known for its rich and diverse traditions, reflecting the complex history and cultural interactions that have shaped the island over the years.

Apart from its cultural significance, Porta Bianca is known for its tropical climate, diverse natural scenery, traditional cuisine, and attractive tax incentives, which make it a sought-after destination for travelers from around the world. The island's rich history and unique blend of cultural influences make it a fascinating and vibrant state within Cartadania.

In addition to its economic growth and burgeoning population, recent years have witnessed significant infrastructural developments in Porta Bianca, aimed at accommodating the influx of residents and bolstering the state's connectivity. The state government has invested heavily in expanding and modernizing transportation networks, including highways, railways, and ports, to facilitate efficient movement of goods and people within and beyond the state's borders. Notably, the construction of new bridges and tunnels linking the mainland to the islands has improved accessibility and spurred further development in previously isolated regions.

[[File:Lago_Igapó_Londrina_(cropped).jpg|thumb|left|250px|Amar, the financial and political capital of Porta Bianca.]]

The economy of Porta Bianca has evolved through a blend of foundational industries, historical trajectories, and contemporary developments, shaping its dynamic growth over the years. Even prior to statehood, the archipelago boasted a robust economic landscape anchored in tourism, education, agriculture, and defense-related activities. Notably, tourism emerged as a cornerstone industry, with the state's scenic beauty and cultural richness attracting visitors from far and wide. Concurrently, educational institutions played a pivotal role in drawing residents and visitors alike, contributing to the state's appeal.

[[File:Waikiki, Honolulu (16022395537).jpg|200px|thumb|right|Soualiga from the air showing homes along one of the states few yellow-sand beaches.]]

Porta Bianca parish and city public school systems are administered by school boards with members elected at the local level. Formerly, all schools in the commonwealth were administered directly by the state's government as a result of extreme variation between school boards. This was changed in 2030, when the commonwealth drafted SB9, returning all power over schools back to their parishes and cities for the first time since 1971.  

[[File:Florida International University Parkview Housing.jpg|200px|thumb|left|University of Porta Bianca dorm]]

Porta Bianca high schools (grades nine through twelve) are required to administer a standardized, multiple choice End of Course Test, or EOCT, in each of eight core subjects: algebra, geometry, trigonometry, history, economics, biology, an elected physical science, and [[Cartadanian language|Cartadanian literature and composition]]. The official purpose of the tests is to assess "specific content knowledge and skills".

 

Porta Bianca is home to several notable colleges and universities, which include Commonwealth University of Porta Bianca in Amar, and Suyara University in Kairi. Most notably, though, is the University of Porta Bianca, which is the commonwealth's flagship research university. Porta Bianca's workforce of more than 6.5 million is constantly refreshed by the growing number of people who move there along with the 100,000 graduates from the universities, colleges, and technical colleges across the state, including the highly ranked University of Porta Bianca, Commonwealth University of Porta Bianca, and Suyara University.

The music of Porta Bianca has evolved as a heterogeneous and dynamic product of diverse cultural resources. The most conspicuous musical sources have been Burgundie, Pelaxia, and Audonia, although many aspects of Porta Biancan music reflect origins elsewhere in Sarpedon, Levantia, and other places within the Tainean and [[Vallos]], and, more recently, from Cartadania itself. Porta Bianca's music culture today comprises a wide and rich variety of genres, ranging from indigenous genres to hybrids.

Much of the music that is played today is heard in the other 30 states. However, Porta Biancan music is not mainstream in Cartadania and only some states have dedicated radio stations to the music. The coastal parishes tend to have more tropical style beats, incorporating sounds from steel drums, the cavaquinho, and various other instruments. This style of music, known locally as Oualie, has begun to spread out of the state to other states and sovereign territories nearby.