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* Zaclarian
* Zaclaric Audonian
* [[Caphiric Latin]]
* [[Caphiric Latin]]
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* 3% Caphiric
* 3% Caphiric
* 2% Other
* 2% Other
|religion =          <small>''de jure:''</small> Islam <br/> ''<small>de facto</small>:''Catholicism
|religion =          <small>''de jure:''</small> [[Shazitnâmeh|Shazitnâmeh Isma'ilism]] <br/> ''<small>de facto</small>:''Catholicism
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|leader_title1 =      [[Imperator]] <small><small>(Monarch)</small></small>
|leader_name1 =      [[Constantinus I]]
|leader_name1 =      [[Constantinus I]]
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|leader_title2 =      [[Sultana of Zaclaria|Sultana]] <small><small>(Head of State)</small></small>
|leader_name2 =      [[ Arabella IX]]
|leader_name2 =      [[ Arabella IX]]
|leader_title3 =      Prime Minister
|leader_title3 =      [[Prime Minister (Zaclaria)|Prime Minister]]
|leader_name33 =    [[ Ashin Samertürek]]
|leader_name33 =    [[ Ashin Samertürek]]
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|established_event2 = Conquered by Oduniyyad Caliphate
|established_event2 = Conquered by Oduniyyad Caliphate
|established_date2 =  637
|established_date2 =  637
|established_event3 = Zaclarian Revolution
|established_event3 = Al-Kurush Revolution
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|established_date3 = 1089
|established_event4 = Emirate of Zaclaria
|established_event4 = Emirate of Zaclaria
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|established_date5 = 1804
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'''Zaclaria''', officially the '''Crowned Protectorate of Zaclaria''', is a sovereign country on the southeast region of [[Audonia]]. According to the most recent 2035 census, Zaclaria's population is 64 million, making it the 6th-most populous country in Audonia. The capital of Zaclaria is [[Bayen]] and its largest city is [[Arhavza]].
'''Zaclaria''', officially the '''Crowned Protectorate of the Sultanate of Zaclaria''', is an [[Government of Zaclaria|Islamic parliamentary monarchy]] and [[Possession (Caphiria)|Crowned Protectorate]] of [[Caphiria]] located in [[Audonia]]. It is situated in the northern Al'qarra region bordering [[Soirwind]] to the north and [[Kandara]] to the east, while the Sarayaan River flows and meets the Barbary Straits in the south. As a Crowned Protectorate, Zaclaria is under the Caphiria's suzerainty. Zaclaria is composed of [[Governorates of Zaclaria|15 Governorates]] led by the [[Sultan of Zaclaria|Sultan]], the constitutional and hereditary monarch and head of state. The Sultan is also the spiritual leader of Islam in Zaclaria, holding the title ''{{wpl|Imam}}''. Zaclaria's state religion is [[Shazitnâmeh|Shazitnâmeh Isma'ilism]], a branch of {{wpl|Nizari Isma'ilism}}. With a population over 64 million, Zaclaria is the largest country in Al'qarra and the xth in Audonia. The capital of Zaclaria is [[Bayen]] and its largest city is [[Arhavza]].


While the current state of Zaclaria has only existed for about two centuries, its history stretches back over two millennia. The region of the [[Mahabis Governorate]] is the site of the ancient Diwaisa civilization, famed since antiquity for its pearl fisheries, which were considered the best in the world. As a whole, the area of Zaclaria has been home to successive civilisations since the 3rd millennium BC. Zaclaria was founded in 247 BC as a city-state and the [[Sultanate of Zaclaria]] was created in the 6th century. The Sultanate was conquered by [[Oduniyyad Caliphate]] in the 9th century until the [[Zaclarian Revolution]] in the 11th century, leading to the creation of the Emirate state which ruled for approximately 7 centuries and two dynasties. The Emirate collapsed in the late 18th century during the violent [[Ümmidre Revolution]]. In the early 19th century, Zaclaria was conquered and made into a province by the [[Imperium of Caphiria]]. This period lasted over a century until 1943 where Zaclaria, being led by the [[Al-Fassara Dynasty]], was given its independence and became a [[Crowned Protectorate]] of Caphiria.
While the current state of Zaclaria has only existed for about two centuries, its history stretches back over two millennia. The region of the [[Mahabis Governorate]] is the site of the ancient Diwaisa civilization, famed since antiquity for its pearl fisheries, which were considered the best in the world. As a whole, the area of Zaclaria has been home to successive civilizations since the 3rd millennium BC. Zaclaria was founded in 247 BC as a city-state and the [[Sultanate of Zaclaria]] was created in the 6th century. The Sultanate was conquered by [[Oduniyyad Caliphate]] in the 9th century and was controlled by them until the peaceful [[Al-Kurush Revolution]] in 1089, leading to the creation of the Emirate of Zaclaria. The Emirate, which ruled for approximately 7 centuries and produced four dynasties, collapsed in the late 18th century during the violent [[Ümmidre Revolution]]. The Imperium of Caphiria quickly seized control of the region in the early 19th century, beginning Caphirian rule. This period saw the rise of the [[Al-Fassara Dynasty]], who constantly fighting against Caphiria and promoting a pan-Islamic Audonian independent state. Caphirian rule lasted over a century until the end of the [[Second Great War]] in 1943 when revolutionary [[Tehminevra Al-Fassara]] founded the modern state of Zaclaria; Caphiria recognized Zaclaria's sovereignty on the condition that the new state would become a Crowned Protectorate.  


Zaclaria is a unitary parliamentary monarchy consisting of 15 Governorates. The current head of state, its ''Sultana'', is [[Arabella IX]]. Zaclaria is a highly developed country with heavy investment in the banking and tourism sectors; it has a powerful military backed by Caphiria, is a member of The Anosphere and the League of Nations, and has the second-largest economy in Audonia behind Pukhtunkhwa.
Since its founding, the Al-Fassara Dynasty has been the ruling dynasty of Zaclaria. Currently, [[Arabella IX]] is the Sultana of Zaclaria and head of the Al-Fassara Dynasty. Zaclaria is a highly developed country with heavy investment in the banking and tourism sectors; it has a powerful military backed by Caphiria, is a member of The Anosphere and the League of Nations, and has the second-largest economy in [[Audonia]] behind Pukhtunkhwa.  
==History==
==History==
{{main|History of Zaclaria}}
Zaclaria has a rich and extensive history, dating back from well before the innovation of the written record. The earliest attested archaeological artifacts in Zaclaria, like those excavated at Heydişehir and Aksarı in northern Zaclaria, confirm a human presence in Zaclaria since the Lower Paleolithic.
Zaclaria has a rich and extensive history, dating back from well before the innovation of the written record. The earliest attested archaeological artifacts in Zaclaria, like those excavated at Heydişehir and Aksarı in northern Zaclaria, confirm a human presence in Zaclaria since the Lower Paleolithic.
===Prehistory===
===Prehistory===
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Into the start of the first millennium BC, a period of rapid and intense cultural development punctuated by sporadic warfare between the city-states and other Audonian civilizations began. This period also saw the first limited interaction with Istroyan civilization from the far west, beginning towards the 15th century BC. As the Istroyans began to establish permanent settlements along the Audonian coast, they introduced advanced metallurgy, sailing techniques, and new crops and animals to the continent. Many Audonian city-states and civilizations, including Diwaisa were either assimilated or conquered under the Istroyans between the 11th and 7th century BC, a period known as the Istroyan Golden Age.
Into the start of the first millennium BC, a period of rapid and intense cultural development punctuated by sporadic warfare between the city-states and other Audonian civilizations began. This period also saw the first limited interaction with Istroyan civilization from the far west, beginning towards the 15th century BC. As the Istroyans began to establish permanent settlements along the Audonian coast, they introduced advanced metallurgy, sailing techniques, and new crops and animals to the continent. Many Audonian city-states and civilizations, including Diwaisa were either assimilated or conquered under the Istroyans between the 11th and 7th century BC, a period known as the Istroyan Golden Age.
===Classical period===
=== Classical period===
[[File:The Jupiter temple in Damascus.jpg|thumb|A temple built by the Istroyan Empire|alt=|left]]
[[File:The Jupiter temple in Damascus.jpg|thumb|A temple built by the Istroyan Empire|alt=|left]]
[[File:Amrit01.jpg|thumb|Istroyan Temple at Marathus ruins|alt=|right]]
[[File:Amrit01.jpg|thumb|Istroyan Temple at Marathus ruins|alt=|right]]
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As the Istroyan civilization began to slip into decline in the 6th century BC and retreat back to the eastern coast of Sarpedon, various Audonian city-states and empires emerged. In the first half the century, under Édoğukanton, king of Sainhahr, the city-states of Diwaisa, Çyr, and Ghah entered into an alliance with each other in order to stabilize the region. This alliance lasted approximately seven decades before Edoğukanton III ended the alliance, conquering them under the Sainhahrid Empire. Sainhahrid rule saw unprecedented economic and population growth throughout Sainhahr and a renaissance of culture and artwork, with the Sainhahrid kings conducting massive building projects, especially in the capital of the empire, Our-Orra itself, and bringing back many elements from the previous two thousand or so years of Diwaisan culture. The Sainhahr Empire would be short-lived, being conquered after less than a century by the Farsiwan Empire.
As the Istroyan civilization began to slip into decline in the 6th century BC and retreat back to the eastern coast of Sarpedon, various Audonian city-states and empires emerged. In the first half the century, under Édoğukanton, king of Sainhahr, the city-states of Diwaisa, Çyr, and Ghah entered into an alliance with each other in order to stabilize the region. This alliance lasted approximately seven decades before Edoğukanton III ended the alliance, conquering them under the Sainhahrid Empire. Sainhahrid rule saw unprecedented economic and population growth throughout Sainhahr and a renaissance of culture and artwork, with the Sainhahrid kings conducting massive building projects, especially in the capital of the empire, Our-Orra itself, and bringing back many elements from the previous two thousand or so years of Diwaisan culture. The Sainhahr Empire would be short-lived, being conquered after less than a century by the Farsiwan Empire.


The Farsiwan Empire was an ancient Audonian empire that would control most of Audonia and even parts of Punth for several hundred centuries. The empire, which incorporated various peoples of different origins and faiths, saw immense cultural development and is notable for its successful model of a centralised, bureaucratic administration (through satraps under the King of Kings), for building infrastructure such as road systems and a postal system, the use of an official language across its territories, and the development of civil services and a large professional army. The Farsiwan Empire was instrumental in the spread of Zoroastrianism as far as Corumm. Under Farsiwan rule, the satrapy of Diwaisa was strategically important as it served as both a barrier between the Occident world as its western border and as a sort of liaison as the south was prone to revolts. The Kings of the Farsiwan Empire became reliant on Diwaisa to keep the peace and as a result, the satrapy of Diwaisa became one of the wealthiest and influential satrapies. The capital of Diwaisa, Zaishiyara, would become one of the four capital cities.
The Farsiwan Empire was an ancient Audonian empire that would control most of Audonia and even parts of Punth for several hundred centuries. The empire, which incorporated various peoples of different origins and faiths, saw immense cultural development and is notable for its successful model of a centralised, bureaucratic administration (through satraps under the King of Kings), for building infrastructure such as road systems and a postal system, the use of an official language across its territories, and the development of civil services and a large professional army. The Farsiwan Empire was instrumental in the spread of Zoroastrianism as far as Daxia. Under Farsiwan rule, the satrapy of Diwaisa was strategically important as it served as both a barrier between the Occident world as its western border and as a sort of liaison as the south was prone to revolts. The Kings of the Farsiwan Empire became reliant on Diwaisa to keep the peace and as a result, the satrapy of Diwaisa became one of the wealthiest and influential satrapies. The capital of Diwaisa, Zaishiyara, would become one of the four capital cities.


In early 4th century BC, the Farsiwan Empire began to decline and become unstable, with large portions of the empire governed by jealous and unreliable satraps and inhabited by disaffected and rebellious subjects. Iskander, King of the Istroyan Empire, invaded and conquered the remainder of the Farsiwan Empire in the 330s BC. During this era, the region of Diwaisa was renamed to its capital Zaishiyara by the ancient Istroyans, who referred to it by its latinized ''Zaklosia'', the center of pearl trading. Iskander had planned to settle Istroyans colonists in Zaklosia, and although it is not clear that this happened on the scale he envisaged, Zaklosia became very much part of the Occidental world: the language of the upper classes was Istroyan (although Classical Audonian was in everyday use), while Zeus was worshipped in the form of the Audonian sun-god Shams. Zaklosia even became the site of Istroyan athletic contests.
In early 4th century BC, the Farsiwan Empire began to decline and become unstable, with large portions of the empire governed by jealous and unreliable satraps and inhabited by disaffected and rebellious subjects. Iskander, King of the Istroyan Empire, invaded and conquered the remainder of the Farsiwan Empire in the 330s BC. During this era, the region of Diwaisa was renamed to its capital Zaishiyara by the ancient Istroyans, who referred to it by its latinized ''Zaklosia'', the center of pearl trading. Iskander had planned to settle Istroyans colonists in Zaklosia, and although it is not clear that this happened on the scale he envisaged, Zaklosia became very much part of the Occidental world: the language of the upper classes was Istroyan (although Classical Audonian was in everyday use), while Zeus was worshipped in the form of the Audonian sun-god Shams. Zaklosia even became the site of Istroyan athletic contests.
[[File:Mysterious City (3207952435).jpg|thumb|Ruins of the Zaclarian Kingdom|alt=|right]]
[[File:Mysterious City (3207952435).jpg|thumb|Ruins of the Zaclarian Kingdom|alt=|right]]
Zaklosia played a role in the commercial activity of the Istroyans, contributing at least two commodities: precious pearls and purple dye. Over centuries tribes from the east and north settled in Zaklosia , making a living by fishing, farming, herding or stock breeding, and many present day Zaclarian families trace their ancestral roots to other parts of Audonia. Zaklosia's pre-Islamic population consisted of Christian Audonians (mostly Abd al-Qays), Audonians (Zoroastrians), Jews, and Audonian-speaking agriculturalists. In the 1st century BC, the Istroyan Empire was subsequently divided into a number of small kingdoms and from the 1st century BC up to the 3rd century CE, large parts of modern-day Zaclaria were contested between the Istroyan Empire and Audonian kingdoms. An Audonian warlord named Safiq Al-Mutayed rose to power through an unprecedented military campaign through southeastern Audonia. Many campaigns were quick piratical raids, but others were large-scale attacks in which many Audonians were slaughtered and great wealth carried off or destroyed. In 267 AD, Al-Mutayed founded the Kingdom of Zaclaria, which dominated and controlled the region around Koushahr Bay. The formation of the Kingdom is considered to be the start of the ancient Zaclarian civilization associated history.
Zaklosia played a role in the commercial activity of the Istroyans, contributing at least two commodities: precious pearls and purple dye. Over centuries tribes from the east and north settled in Zaklosia , making a living by fishing, farming, herding or stock breeding, and many present day Zaclarian families trace their ancestral roots to other parts of Audonia. Zaklosia's pre-Islamic population consisted of Christian Audonians (mostly Abd al-Qays), Audonians (Zoroastrians), Jews, and Audonian-speaking agriculturalists. In the 1st century BC, the Istroyan Empire was subsequently divided into a number of small kingdoms and from the 1st century BC up to the 3rd century CE, large parts of modern-day Zaclaria were contested between the Istroyan Empire and Audonian kingdoms. An Audonian warlord named Safiq Al-Mutayed rose to power through an unprecedented military campaign through southeastern Audonia. Many campaigns were quick piratical raids, but others were large-scale attacks in which many Audonians were slaughtered and great wealth carried off or destroyed. In 267 AD, Al-Mutayed founded the Kingdom of Zaclaria, which dominated and controlled the region around Koushahr Bay. The formation of the Kingdom is considered to be the start of the ancient Zaclarian civilization associated history.
===Islamic period===
=== Islamic period===
[[File:Arm less man edit 3.jpg|thumb|Bronze Statue of Mu'taz el-Tamer|alt=|left]]
[[File:Arm less man edit 3.jpg|thumb|Bronze Statue of Mu'taz el-Tamer|alt=|left]]
[[File:BagdatesI290-280BCEPersia.jpg|thumb|Ali Reza Qasemi, the first native Zaclarian Muslim|alt=|right]]
[[File:BagdatesI290-280BCEPersia.jpg|thumb|Ali Reza Qasemi, the first native Zaclarian Muslim|alt=|right]]
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The Oduniyyad Caliphate flourished in the Middle Ages and al-Kurush likewise benefited from economic and scientific developments; the first hospital on the region was created in the early ninth century and the first university, the School of al-Melit, was chartered in the late 10th century. The region of al-Kurush became one of the many intellectual centers in Audonia and was at the forefront of the Islamic Golden Age; an observatory in al-Alay observed several planetary transits in 1032, ginger and sassafras were commonly cultivated plants used frequently as remedies for medieval ailments, tea was also introduced from Punth during the Oduniyyad era, sometime during the 10th century. The cultivation of tea became a major economic activity and production swelled to meet the demands both of Audonia, especially after the schism of the two caliphates, as well as western markets in Levantia and Sarpedon, eventually reaching as far as Crona.
The Oduniyyad Caliphate flourished in the Middle Ages and al-Kurush likewise benefited from economic and scientific developments; the first hospital on the region was created in the early ninth century and the first university, the School of al-Melit, was chartered in the late 10th century. The region of al-Kurush became one of the many intellectual centers in Audonia and was at the forefront of the Islamic Golden Age; an observatory in al-Alay observed several planetary transits in 1032, ginger and sassafras were commonly cultivated plants used frequently as remedies for medieval ailments, tea was also introduced from Punth during the Oduniyyad era, sometime during the 10th century. The cultivation of tea became a major economic activity and production swelled to meet the demands both of Audonia, especially after the schism of the two caliphates, as well as western markets in Levantia and Sarpedon, eventually reaching as far as Crona.


The start of the 11th century saw the Oduniyyad Caliphate begin to decline as it dealt with several incidents: the rise of Shia Islam forced the Caliphate to deal with several campaigns and conflicts, the First Crusades were launched by the Levantine Catholic Church, and colonialism, sectarianism and infighting contributed to open rebellion which in turn dismantled the Caliphate and ultimately fractured it into separate, smaller states. The region of al-Kurush was able to take advantage of the disorganization at the start, waging its war for independence in 1085. After a relatively short conflict, the Caliphate seceded and al-Kurush was given its independence in 1089, primarily so that the Caliphate could focus its attention on more significant matters.
The start of the 11th century saw the Oduniyyad Caliphate begin to decline as it dealt with several incidents: the rise of Shia Islam forced the Caliphate to deal with several campaigns and conflicts, the First Crusades were launched by the Catholic Church, and colonialism, sectarianism and infighting contributed to open rebellion which in turn dismantled the Caliphate and ultimately fractured it into separate, smaller states. The region of al-Kurush was able to take advantage of the disorganization at the start, waging its war for independence in 1085. After a relatively short conflict, the Caliphate seceded and al-Kurush was given its independence in 1089, primarily so that the Caliphate could focus its attention on more significant matters.
====Emirate of Zaclaria (1095-1804)====
====Emirate of Zaclaria (1095-1804)====
===Caphirian period===
===Caphirian period (1804-1943) ===
====Province of Caphiria (1804-1843)====
====Al-Fassara Dynasty====
====Al-Fassara Dynasty (1843-1943)====
===Modern period (1943-Present)===
===Modern period===
====Crowned Protectorate====
====Crowned Protectorate (1943-Present)====
==Geography ==
==Geography==
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File:Sossusvlei.jpg|The Osmaior desert
File:Sossusvlei.jpg|The Osmaior desert
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File:Dunes at Sandwich Bay (23910060618).jpg|Burhaniyah Dunes at Kadiye Bay, Majles-Sur Governorate
File:Dunes at Sandwich Bay (23910060618).jpg|Burhaniyah Dunes at Kadiye Bay, Majles-Sur Governorate
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Zaclaria is situated west of Koushahr Bay in the southeast region of Audonia. It's bordered by the Republic of Umardwal in the north, the Emirate of Battganuur to the east, and Yanuban to the south.
Zaclaria is situated east of Koushahr Bay in the northern region of Audonia known as Al'qarra. It's bordered by Soirwind in the north, Kandara to the east, and Salarive to the south.


A vast gravel desert plain covers most of central Zaclaria, with mountain ranges along the north (Kacevaz Mountains) and southwest coast (Esmorieh Mountains), where the country's main cities are also located: the capital city Bayen, Verci, and Sur-Sec in the south, and Kozlucak in the north. Zaclaria's climate is hot and dry in the interior and humid along the coast. During past epochs, Zaclaria was covered by ocean, witnessed by the large numbers of fossilized shells existing in areas of the desert away from the modern coastline. Most of the coastal area is hilly, sometimes even mountainous, and there are many natural harbours.
A vast gravel desert plain covers most of central Zaclaria, with mountain ranges along the north (Kacevaz Mountains) and southwest coast (Esmorieh Mountains), where the country's main cities are also located: the capital city Bayen, Verci, and Sur-Sec in the south, and Kozlucak in the north. Zaclaria's climate is hot and dry in the interior and humid along the coast. During past epochs, Zaclaria was covered by ocean, witnessed by the large numbers of fossilized shells existing in areas of the desert away from the modern coastline. Most of the coastal area is hilly, sometimes even mountainous, and there are many natural harbours.
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| caption2     = [[Arabella IX]] <br/> Sultana since 2017
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Zaclaria is a [[Government of Zaclaria|parliamentary constitutional monarchy]], although it officially is a crowned republic; Zaclaria has a parliamentary system within the context of a constitutional monarchy—the monarchy of Zaclaria being the foundation of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. The government of Zaclaria has been called a hybrid regime by political journalists. Whether the sovereign state should be regarded as a constitutional monarchy or an absolute monarchy is disputed.
Zaclaria calls its form of government an [[Government of Zaclaria|Islamic crowned republic]] - a parliamentary constitutional monarchy. Zaclaria has a parliamentary system within the context of a constitutional monarchy—the monarchy of Zaclaria being the foundation of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. The state officially practices a sub-branch of Shia Islam called [[Shazitnâmeh|Shazitnâmeh Isma'ilism]]. The Shazitnâmeh is a set of Islamic laws and principles that form the legal and moral framework of the government of Zaclaria. The Sultan is considered the highest authority in interpreting and enforcing these laws, as they are both the secular political leader and the religious leader - "Commander of the Faithful" or ''Imam''.The government of Zaclaria has been called a hybrid regime by political journalists. Whether the sovereign state should be regarded as a constitutional monarchy or an absolute monarchy is disputed.
===Government===
===Government ===
The [[Constitution of Zaclaria]] provides for a monarchy with a Parliament and an independent judiciary. As a Crowned Protectorate, the reigning monarch is [[Constantinus I]] (despite Caphirian cultural norms that dislike using titles such as king or monarch) who has the formal title of "Imperator of the Crowned Protectorate of Zaclaria". However, the direct participation of the Imperator in areas of governance is limited; the head of state, the [[Maharajah]] (or the female equivalent ''Sultana'') appoints a Prime Minister who serves as the head of government.
The [[Constitution of Zaclaria]] provides for an Islamic monarchy with a Parliament and an independent judiciary. As a Crowned Protectorate, the reigning monarch is [[Constantinus I]] (despite Caphirian cultural norms that dislike using titles such as king or monarch) who has the formal title of "Imperator of the Crowned Protectorate of Zaclaria". However, the direct participation of the Imperator in areas of governance is limited; the head of state, the [[Sultan of Zaclaria]] (or the female equivalent ''Sultana'') appoints a Prime Minister who serves as the head of government.


The constitution grants the Maharajah extensive powers; they are both the secular political leader and the "Commander of the Faithful" as a direct descendant of the Prophet Mohammed. They preside over the [[Council of Ministers (Zaclaria)|Council of Ministers]]; appoints the Prime Minister following legislative elections, and on recommendations from the latter, appoints the members of the government. While the constitution theoretically allows the Maharajah to terminate the tenure of any minister, and after consultation with the head of the National Council, to dissolve the Parliament, suspend the constitution, call for new elections, or rule by decree, this has rarely occurred throughout modern history. The Prime Minister is elected for five-year terms. After the election, the Maharajah nominates the candidate of the party which gained the most votes to form a government within a month. The nominee must submit its program to the National Council and get the trust of the majority of its members before being formally appointed the Head of Government by the Maharajah. Regional governors and local administrators also are appointed by the central government. Mayors and municipal councils are elected.
The constitution grants the Sultan extensive powers; they are both the secular political leader and the "Commander of the Faithful" as a direct descendant of the Prophet Mohammed. They preside over the [[Council of Ministers (Zaclaria)|Council of Ministers]]; appoints the Prime Minister following legislative elections, and on recommendations from the latter, appoints the members of the government. While the constitution theoretically allows the Sultan to terminate the tenure of any minister, and after consultation with the head of the National Council, to dissolve the Parliament, suspend the constitution, call for new elections, or rule by decree, this has rarely occurred throughout modern history. The Prime Minister is elected for five-year terms. After the election, the Sultan nominates the candidate of the party which gained the most votes to form a government within a month. The nominee must submit its program to the National Council and get the trust of the majority of its members before being formally appointed the Head of Government by the Sultan. Regional governors and local administrators also are appointed by the central government. Mayors and municipal councils are elected.


The [[National Council (Zaclaria)|National Council]] is Zaclaria's legislative branch of government. It is unicameral and consists of 211 members elected for a five-year term. Zaclarian electoral law requires "vertical gender parity", i.e. male and female candidates must alternate within each party's regional list of candidates. Consequently, as of 2035, 38 of the chamber's members are women, which is one of the highest proportions of female legislative representatives in the Islamic world. The National Council's responsibilities include budgetary matters, approving bills, questioning ministers, and establishing ad hoc commissions of inquiry to investigate the government's actions.
The [[National Council (Zaclaria)|National Council]] is Zaclaria's legislative branch of government. It is unicameral and consists of 211 members elected for a five-year term. Zaclarian electoral law requires "vertical gender parity", i.e. male and female candidates must alternate within each party's regional list of candidates. Consequently, as of 2035, 38 of the chamber's members are women, which is one of the highest proportions of female legislative representatives in the Islamic world. The National Council's responsibilities include budgetary matters, approving bills, questioning ministers, and establishing ad hoc commissions of inquiry to investigate the government's actions.


The [[High Royal Court (Zaclaria)|High Royal Court]] is the supreme court within the Judiciary of Zaclaria. It has ultimate and extensive appellate, original, and advisory jurisdictions on all courts (including the high courts, district, special, and Sharia court), involving issues of laws and may act on the verdicts rendered on the cases in the context in which it enjoys jurisdiction. In the court system of Zaclaria, the High Royal Court is the final arbiter of legal and constitutional disputes as well as the final interpreter of constitutional law, and the highest court of appeal in Zaclaria. In its modern composition, the High Royal Court is composed of the Royal Chief Justice of Zaclaria, fifteen justices, and two ''ad-hoc'' who are confirmed to their appointment by the Maharajah upon their nominations from the Prime Minister's selection based on their merited qualifications. Justices are appointed for five ''lustra,'' or five five-year terms.
The [[High Royal Court (Zaclaria)|High Royal Court]] is the supreme court within the Judiciary of Zaclaria. It has ultimate and extensive appellate, original, and advisory jurisdictions on all courts (including the high courts, district, special, and Sharia court), involving issues of laws and may act on the verdicts rendered on the cases in the context in which it enjoys jurisdiction. In the court system of Zaclaria, the High Royal Court is the final arbiter of legal and constitutional disputes as well as the final interpreter of constitutional law, and the highest court of appeal in Zaclaria. In its modern composition, the High Royal Court is composed of the Royal Chief Justice of Zaclaria, fifteen justices, and two ''ad-hoc'' who are confirmed to their appointment by the Sultan upon their nominations from the Prime Minister's selection based on their merited qualifications. Justices are appointed for five ''lustra,'' or five five-year terms.
===Administrative divisions===
===Administrative divisions===
[[File:ZaclariaCitiesMap.png|thumb|The 15 Governorates and major cities of Zaclaria|alt=|500x500px]]
[[File:ZaclariaCitiesMap.png|thumb|The 15 Governorates and major cities of Zaclaria|alt=|500x500px]]
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''(Ostān)''
''(Ostān)''
!Capital
!Capital
(m''arkaz)''
(''markaz'')
!Governor
!Governor
(O''stāndār)''
(''Ostāndār'')
!Population
!Population
!Region
!Region
(''manâteq)''
(''manâteq'')
|-
|-
|Hampiègne
|[[Hampiègne Governorate|Hampiègne]]
|Arhavza
|Arhavza
|Cadem Mahioğlu
|Cadem Mahioğlu
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| rowspan="2" |North Region
| rowspan="2" |North Region
|-
|-
|Deuille
|[[Deuille Governorate|Deuille]]
|Kahtar
|Kahtar
|Ziyar Al-Raziri
|Ziyar Al-Raziri
|4,569,933
|4,569,933
|-
|-
|Dorazjan
|[[Dorazjan Governorate|Dorazjan]]
|Traphaël
|Traphaël
|Islan Aykutairi
|Islan Aykutairi
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| rowspan="3" |West Region
| rowspan="3" |West Region
|-
|-
|Mahabis
|[[Mahabis Governorate|Mahabis]]
|Bayen
|Bayen
|Muraire Al-Qureli
|Muraire Al-Qureli
|10,415,737
|10,415,737  
|-
|-
|Majles-Sur
|[[Majles-Sur Governorate|Majles-Sur]]
|Verci
|Verci
|Tufaiz Menezi
|Tufaiz Menezi
|1,512,709
|1,512,709
|-
|-
|Mont-Mala
|[[Mont-Mala Governorate|Mont-Mala]]
|Sartachi
|Sartachi
|Irahmi Shaatchi
|Irahmi Shaatchi
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| rowspan="4" |Central Region
| rowspan="4" |Central Region
|-
|-
|Alvadoran
|[[Alvadoran Governorate|Alvadoran]]
|Malpaços
|Malpaços
|Mustam Nabani
|Mustam Nabani
|3,411,098
|3,411,098
|-
|-
|Çayelie
|[[Çayelie Governorate|Çayelie]]
|Karsa
|Karsa
|Farol Samazizi
|Farol Samazizi
|2,261,420
|2,261,420
|-
|-
|Karaykento
|[[Karaykento Governorate|Karaykento]]
|Kuluova
|Kuluova
|Ünald Çevim
|Ünald Çevim
|1,702,601
|1,702,601  
|-
|-
|Suşehir
|[[Suşehir Governorate|Suşehir]]
|Najar
|Najar
|Tahmad Nazarafaral
|Tahmad Nazarafaral
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| rowspan="4" |South Region
| rowspan="4" |South Region
|-
|-
|Silvadora
|[[Silvadora Governorate|Silvadora]]
|Delos
|Delos
|Hadir Al-Zahamraz
|Hadir Al-Zahamraz
|1,494,423
|1,494,423
|-
|-
|Main-Barœul
|[[Main-Barœul Governorate|Main-Barœul]]
|Aix-En-Veli
|Aix-En-Veli
|Sayfur Hennacerel
|Sayfur Hennacerel
|1,072,066
|1,072,066
|-
|-
|Creux
|[[Creux Governorate|Creux]]
|Solhã
|Solhã
|Artan Çavdari
|Artan Çavdari
|569,507
|569,507
|-
|-
|Aksarceli
|[[Aksarceli Governorate|Aksarceli]]
|Évres
|Évres
|Salal El-Barat
|Salal El-Barat
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| rowspan="2" |East Region
| rowspan="2" |East Region
|-
|-
|Champerre
|[[Champerre Governorate|Champerre]]
|Saint-Geron
|Saint-Geron  
|Serdad Akyürel
|Serdad Akyürel
|3,430,619
|3,430,619
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Conscription exists in Zaclaria and is mandatory for all Zaclarian citizens over the age of 17; the normal length of compulsory service is currently two years and six months for men (with some roles requiring an additional six months of service), and two years for women (with some roles that requiring an additional eight months of service). After conscripts finish their military service, they are automatically placed on the reserve roster. As a result of its conscription program, Zaclaria has one of the world's highest percentage of citizens with military training. An alternative for those who receive exemptions on various grounds is ''Kābāžor'', or national service, which involves a program of service in hospitals, schools and other social welfare frameworks. Inappropriate situation of Zaclarian soldiers has caused violent incidents in recent years. Most of Zaclarian soldiers suffer from depression. In addition, some researchers have reported high rate of suicide among Zaclarian conscripts.
Conscription exists in Zaclaria and is mandatory for all Zaclarian citizens over the age of 17; the normal length of compulsory service is currently two years and six months for men (with some roles requiring an additional six months of service), and two years for women (with some roles that requiring an additional eight months of service). After conscripts finish their military service, they are automatically placed on the reserve roster. As a result of its conscription program, Zaclaria has one of the world's highest percentage of citizens with military training. An alternative for those who receive exemptions on various grounds is ''Kābāžor'', or national service, which involves a program of service in hospitals, schools and other social welfare frameworks. Inappropriate situation of Zaclarian soldiers has caused violent incidents in recent years. Most of Zaclarian soldiers suffer from depression. In addition, some researchers have reported high rate of suicide among Zaclarian conscripts.


The Royal Ground Defense Forces are responsible for land and ground based operations. The RGDF has 122,715 active soldiers and includes five ground-warfare corps of specific military functions. The Royal Naval Defense Forces are the naval warfare service arm of Zaclaria. The RNDF operates in the Farus Sea and has 104,112 active personnel. The RNDF is believed to be responsible for maintaining part of Caphiria's offshore nuclear second strike capability. The Royal Air Defense Forces developed from a largely defensive military force into one with an advanced offensive capability and has undergone a continual reorganisation and expansion in terms of both capability and numbers of aircraft. The RADF has around 98,430 personnel and 550 aircraft.[[File:RDF2.png|thumb|Members of the Royal Guard|alt=|left]]The Royal Guard Defenses are the principal law enforcement agency and domestic security service branch, consisting of the Royal Guard - who report directly to the Maharajah and for security reasons maintain a separate communications network, the National Guard - which serves both as defence force against external threats and as a security force against internal threats , and Border Guard - responsible for guarding land and sea borders. The RGDF has around 75,755 personnel.
The Royal Ground Defense Forces are responsible for land and ground based operations. The RGDF has 122,715 active soldiers and includes five ground-warfare corps of specific military functions. The Royal Naval Defense Forces are the naval warfare service arm of Zaclaria. The RNDF operates in the Farus Sea and has 104,112 active personnel. The RNDF is believed to be responsible for maintaining part of Caphiria's offshore nuclear second strike capability. The Royal Air Defense Forces developed from a largely defensive military force into one with an advanced offensive capability and has undergone a continual reorganisation and expansion in terms of both capability and numbers of aircraft. The RADF has around 98,430 personnel and 550 aircraft.[[File:RDF2.png|thumb|Members of the Royal Guard|alt=|left]]The Royal Guard Defenses are the principal law enforcement agency and domestic security service branch, consisting of the Royal Guard - who report directly to the Sultan and for security reasons maintain a separate communications network, the National Guard - which serves both as defence force against external threats and as a security force against internal threats , and Border Guard - responsible for guarding land and sea borders. The RGDF has around 75,755 personnel.
The Royal Strategic Defense Forces is the strategic and tactical missile forces of Zaclaria. The RSDF is divided in three forces: Offensive Force, Defensive Force, and Tactical Force. The RSDF controls the nation's arsenal of land-based ballistic missiles—both (thermo)nuclear and conventional. The RSDF has an estimated 26,178 personnel.
The Royal Strategic Defense Forces is the strategic and tactical missile forces of Zaclaria. The RSDF is divided in three forces: Offensive Force, Defensive Force, and Tactical Force. The RSDF controls the nation's arsenal of land-based ballistic missiles—both (thermo)nuclear and conventional. The RSDF has an estimated 26,178 personnel.
==Economy==
==Economy==
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[[File:QatarCentralBankOffice.jpg|thumb|Zaclaria's Central Bank]]
[[File:QatarCentralBankOffice.jpg|thumb|Zaclaria's Central Bank]]
Zaclaria offers businesses a strong enabling environment: stable political and macroeconomic conditions, a future-oriented government, good general infrastructure and ICT infrastructure. Zaclaria is also in the top ranks of several global indices, such as the Doing Business, the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Global Competitiveness Index (GCI), the World Happiness Report (WHR) and the Global Innovation Index (GII). Zaclaria emerges as top Islamic country in areas such as living, safety and security, economic opportunities, and starting a business, and as an example for other Islamic States to emulate. However, weaker points remain the level of education across the UAE population, limitations in the financial and labour markets, barriers to trade and some regulations that hinder business dynamism. The major challenge for the country, though, remains translating investments and strong enabling conditions into knowledge, innovation and creative outputs. Zaclarian law does not allow trade unions to exist, the right to collective bargaining and the right to strike are not recognised, and the Ministry of Labor has the power to force workers to go back to work. Migrant workers who participate in a strike can have their work permits cancelled and be deported.
Zaclaria offers businesses a strong enabling environment: stable political and macroeconomic conditions, a future-oriented government, good general infrastructure and ICT infrastructure. Zaclaria is also in the top ranks of several global indices, such as the Doing Business, the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Global Competitiveness Index (GCI), the World Happiness Report (WHR) and the Global Innovation Index (GII). Zaclaria emerges as top Islamic country in areas such as living, safety and security, economic opportunities, and starting a business, and as an example for other Islamic States to emulate. However, weaker points remain the level of education across the UAE population, limitations in the financial and labour markets, barriers to trade and some regulations that hinder business dynamism. The major challenge for the country, though, remains translating investments and strong enabling conditions into knowledge, innovation and creative outputs. Zaclarian law does not allow trade unions to exist, the right to collective bargaining and the right to strike are not recognised, and the Ministry of Labor has the power to force workers to go back to work. Migrant workers who participate in a strike can have their work permits cancelled and be deported.
===Tourism===
=== Tourism===
[[File:Doha banner.jpg|Skyline of Arhavza, largest city of Zaclaria|alt=|left|thumb|550x550px]]
[[File:Doha banner.jpg|Skyline of Arhavza, largest city of Zaclaria|alt=|left|thumb|550x550px]]
Tourism in Zaclaria has increased almost every year in the 21st century and is an important part of the economy, with the country's temperate climate, beaches, archaeological, other historical and biblical sites, and unique geography also drawing tourists. Zaclaria has also become a popular destination for culture, spa, and health care. Large government sponsored marketing campaigns to attract tourists advertised Zaclaria as a cheap and exotic, yet safe, place for tourists. Most of the visitors to Zaclaria continue to be Occidental, who tend visit in April and the autumn. Since air services between Zaclaria and Chaukhira have been established, many Burgundian nationals have gone to Zaclaria to shop and visit family and friends. Zaclaria is relatively inexpensive because of its usage of the Aureus. Zaclaria has an excellent road and rail infrastructure that links the major cities and tourist destinations with ports and cities with international airports. Low-cost airlines offer cheap flights to the country.
Tourism in Zaclaria has increased almost every year in the 21st century and is an important part of the economy, with the country's temperate climate, beaches, archaeological, other historical and biblical sites, and unique geography also drawing tourists. Zaclaria has also become a popular destination for culture, spa, and health care. Large government sponsored marketing campaigns to attract tourists advertised Zaclaria as a cheap and exotic, yet safe, place for tourists. Most of the visitors to Zaclaria continue to be Occidental, who tend visit in April and the autumn. Since air services between Zaclaria and [[Chaukhira]] have been established, many Burgundian nationals have gone to Zaclaria to shop and visit family and friends. Zaclaria is relatively inexpensive because of its usage of the Aureus. Zaclaria has an excellent road and rail infrastructure that links the major cities and tourist destinations with ports and cities with international airports. Low-cost airlines offer cheap flights to the country.
==Infrastructure==
==Infrastructure==
Modern infrastructure development, such as ports, airports, and rail links, is a top government priority. To meet the growing domestic demand, the Zaclarian government invested more than $25 billion from 2010 to 2015 in upgrading its basic infrastructure. Zaclaria also benefits from the rapid infrastructural development of Caphiria, which it models its own from. Over the past 20 years, the government has built approximately 2510 kilometers of modern roads, connecting most major cities via toll expressways. The Zaclarian Ministry of Infrastructure aims to build an additional 3380 kilometers of expressway and 2100 kilometers of highway by 2040, at an expected cost of $10 billion.
Modern infrastructure development, such as ports, airports, and rail links, is a top government priority. To meet the growing domestic demand, the Zaclarian government invested more than $25 billion from 2010 to 2015 in upgrading its basic infrastructure. Zaclaria also benefits from the rapid infrastructural development of Caphiria, which it models its own from. Over the past 20 years, the government has built approximately 2510 kilometers of modern roads, connecting most major cities via toll expressways. The Zaclarian Ministry of Infrastructure aims to build an additional 3380 kilometers of expressway and 2100 kilometers of highway by 2040, at an expected cost of $10 billion.
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Non-renewable energy sources used in Zaclaria are nuclear (3 operative reactors), gas, coal, and oil. Fossil fuels together generated 58% of Zaclaria's electricity in 2035, just below the OECD mean of 61%. Nuclear power generated another 19%, and wind and hydro about 12% each. Other renewable energies used in Zaclaria are hydroelectric, biomass and marine (2 power plants under construction)
Non-renewable energy sources used in Zaclaria are nuclear (3 operative reactors), gas, coal, and oil. Fossil fuels together generated 58% of Zaclaria's electricity in 2035, just below the OECD mean of 61%. Nuclear power generated another 19%, and wind and hydro about 12% each. Other renewable energies used in Zaclaria are hydroelectric, biomass and marine (2 power plants under construction)
===Water supply===
=== Water supply===
[[File:June_19_2004_Water_Tank_In_Lahore.jpeg|left|thumb|Old water tower in [[Bayen]]]]
[[File:June_19_2004_Water_Tank_In_Lahore.jpeg|left|thumb|Old water tower in [[Bayen]]]]
Water supply and sanitation in Zaclaria is characterised by achievements and challenges. Over the past decades access to drinking water has become almost universal and access to adequate sanitation has also increased substantially. Autonomous utilities have been created in the 15 Governorates of Zaclaria and cost recovery has been increased, thus providing the basis for the sustainability of service provision. Intermittent supply, which was common in many cities, has become less frequent. In 2035, 61% of the wastewater collected through sewers was being treated. Remaining challenges include the need to further increase wastewater treatment, to reduce the high level of non-revenue water hovering around 50% and to expand access to adequate sanitation in rural areas.
Water supply and sanitation in Zaclaria is characterised by achievements and challenges. Over the past decades access to drinking water has become almost universal and access to adequate sanitation has also increased substantially. Autonomous utilities have been created in the 15 Governorates of Zaclaria and cost recovery has been increased, thus providing the basis for the sustainability of service provision. Intermittent supply, which was common in many cities, has become less frequent. In 2035, 61% of the wastewater collected through sewers was being treated. Remaining challenges include the need to further increase wastewater treatment, to reduce the high level of non-revenue water hovering around 50% and to expand access to adequate sanitation in rural areas.
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===Religion===
===Religion===
[[File:NaqiyaMosque.jpg|left|thumb|Naqiya Mosque in Bayen. Islam is the official religion in Zaclaria]]
[[File:NaqiyaMosque.jpg|left|thumb|Naqiya Mosque in Bayen. Islam is the official religion in Zaclaria]]
Virtually all Zaclarian citizens are Muslim (officially, all are), and almost all Zaclarian residents are Muslim. Estimates of the Sunni population of Zaclaria range between 85% and 90%, with the remaining 10–15% being Shia Muslim. The official and dominant form of Sunni Islam in Zaclaria is commonly known as Mujaddarism, a school of Islamic theology characterized as a reformist socioreligious movement, advocating ijtihad - individual interpretation of Qur'an and sunnah. Modern Mujaddarism adopted a reformist platform mixing religious and secular education, primarily as a way to promote the upward mobility of Muslims toward a 'modern' community and to purify Zaclarian Islam of local syncretic practices. It emphasizes the authority of the Qur'an and the Hadiths as supreme Islamic law that serves as the legitimate basis of the interpretation of religious belief and practices, in contrast to traditional practices where shariah law invested in religious school by ulema.
Virtually all Zaclarian citizens are Muslim (officially, all are), and almost all Zaclarian residents are Muslim. The official state religion is [[Shazitnâmeh|Shazitnâmeh Isma'ilism]], a distinct and progressive version of Nizari Isma'ili that places a strong emphasis on gender equality and community service. Its deviation from traditional Islamic succession and laws has made it a unique and influential religious doctrine in the country of Zaclaria.


Catholicism makes up the second-largest religion in Zaclaria and per the protectorate relationship with Caphiria, Zaclaria allows Christians to practice their faith openly. There are approximately 390,000 Catholic Zaclarian citizens.There is a single cathedral within each Governorate. While apostasy is illegal in Zaclaria, it stopped being punishable by death in 1978.
Catholicism makes up the second-largest religion in Zaclaria and per the protectorate relationship with Caphiria, Zaclaria allows Christians to practice their faith openly. There are approximately 390,000 Catholic Zaclarian citizens.There is a single cathedral within each Governorate. While apostasy is illegal in Zaclaria, it stopped being punishable by death in 1978.
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[[File:MOIA-1.jpg|left|thumb|Museum of Islamic Art, Ashtia, [[Mahabis Governorate]]]]
[[File:MOIA-1.jpg|left|thumb|Museum of Islamic Art, Ashtia, [[Mahabis Governorate]]]]
The culture of Zaclaria is a fusion of centuries-old attitudes and traditions rooted in Islamic heritage and Oduni and Diwai traditions as well as its historical role as an ancient trade center combined with the Occidental influences that Caphiria infused into it. Oduni influence on Zaclarian culture is noticeably visible in traditional Zaclarian architecture and folk arts. This blend of eastern and western cultures has given Zaclaria a diverse and unique society compared to other countries on Audonia. Major holidays in the Zaclaria include ''Eid al Fitr'', which marks the end of ''Ramadan'', and Independence Day (22 November), which marks when Zaclaria was given its independence from Caphiria in 1943. Another example is the distinctive wind tower which tops traditional Zaclarian buildings, the ''barjeel'' has become an identifying mark of Zaclarian architecture and is attributed to Oduni influence.
The culture of Zaclaria is a fusion of centuries-old attitudes and traditions rooted in Islamic heritage and Oduni and Diwai traditions as well as its historical role as an ancient trade center combined with the Occidental influences that Caphiria infused into it. Oduni influence on Zaclarian culture is noticeably visible in traditional Zaclarian architecture and folk arts. This blend of eastern and western cultures has given Zaclaria a diverse and unique society compared to other countries on Audonia. Major holidays in the Zaclaria include ''Eid al Fitr'', which marks the end of ''Ramadan'', and Independence Day (22 November), which marks when Zaclaria was given its independence from Caphiria in 1943. Another example is the distinctive wind tower which tops traditional Zaclarian buildings, the ''barjeel'' has become an identifying mark of Zaclarian architecture and is attributed to Oduni influence.
===Sport===
===Sport ===
[[File:Morocco vs Algeria, June 04 2011-10.jpg|thumb|Zaclarian football fans]]
[[File:Morocco vs Algeria, June 04 2011-10.jpg|thumb|Zaclarian football fans]]
The most popular spectator sports in Zaclaria are association football and basketball. The Zaclarian national football team is considered as one of Audonia's most successful national teams, having reached a joint record 6 AFC Audonia Cup finals, winning three of those finals (1994, 1998, and 2005) and having qualified for the World Cup four consecutive times ever since debuting at the 1994 tournament. The Zaclarian Premier League is the country's premier football league, and the Zaclarian Basketball Premier League is the premier basketball league. Both of which are part of the Audonian Continental League, respectively. The Zaclarian Football Association was established in 1983 and since then has dedicated its time and effort to promoting the game, organising youth programmes and improving the abilities of not only its players, but also the officials and coaches involved with its regional teams.
The most popular spectator sports in Zaclaria are association football and basketball. The Zaclarian national football team is considered as one of Audonia's most successful national teams, having reached a joint record 6 AFC Audonia Cup finals, winning three of those finals (1994, 1998, and 2005) and having qualified for the World Cup four consecutive times ever since debuting at the 1994 tournament. The Zaclarian Premier League is the country's premier football league, and the Zaclarian Basketball Premier League is the premier basketball league. Both of which are part of the Audonian Continental League, respectively. The Zaclarian Football Association was established in 1983 and since then has dedicated its time and effort to promoting the game, organising youth programmes and improving the abilities of not only its players, but also the officials and coaches involved with its regional teams.
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==See also==
==See also==
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