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==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
''Main article: [[Geography of Metzetta]]''[[File:MetzettaTerritoryRaw.png|alt=Territory of Metzetta|thumb|The territory of modern-day Metzetta is shown here in red.]] | ''Main article: [[Geography of Metzetta]]''[[File:MetzettaTerritoryRaw.png|alt=Territory of Metzetta|thumb|The territory of modern-day Metzetta is shown here in red.]] | ||
In the centre of Metzetta stands Mount Riwa, a holy site symbolic of the entire nation. It is part of a mountain range that divides east from west, running about two thirds of the way down the country. Metzetta is surrounded on all sides but north by the sea, with the Ocean of Cathay to the east. Metzetta's many island territories to the south are popular holiday destinations. Metzetta has an area of 317,020 square miles. | In the centre of Metzetta stands Mount Riwa, a holy site symbolic of the entire nation. It is part of a mountain range that divides east from west, running about two thirds of the way down the country. Metzetta is surrounded on all sides but north by the sea, with the Ocean of Cathay to the east. Metzetta's many island territories to the south are popular holiday destinations. Metzetta has an area of 317,020 square miles. Southern Metzetta is home to the country's 8 [[Great lakes of Metzetta|great lakes]], popular tourist destinations and biodiversity hotspots; particularly the largest among them, Ugi-ui Hosu. | ||
===Climate=== | ===Climate=== | ||
Metzetta tends to have a humid continental climate and a humid subtropical climate, and experiences a monsoon season in the summer, which begins end of June through the end of July. Winters can be extremely cold with the minimum temperature dropping below −20 °C in the inland region of the country. Winter temperatures are higher along the southern coast and considerably lower in the mountainous interior. Summer can be uncomfortably hot and humid, with temperatures exceeding 30 °C in most parts of the country. Metzetta has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March. | Metzetta tends to have a humid continental climate and a humid subtropical climate, and experiences a monsoon season in the summer, which begins end of June through the end of July. Winters can be extremely cold with the minimum temperature dropping below −20 °C in the inland region of the country. Winter temperatures are higher along the southern coast and considerably lower in the mountainous interior. Summer can be uncomfortably hot and humid, with temperatures exceeding 30 °C in most parts of the country. Metzetta has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March. | ||
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Rainfall is concentrated in the summer months of June through September. The southern coast is subject to late summer typhoons that bring strong winds, heavy rains and sometimes floods. The average annual precipitation is around 1400 millimetres. | Rainfall is concentrated in the summer months of June through September. The southern coast is subject to late summer typhoons that bring strong winds, heavy rains and sometimes floods. The average annual precipitation is around 1400 millimetres. | ||
===Biodiversity=== | ===Biodiversity=== | ||
Metzetta is home to many diverse species of flora and fauna, some of which are endemic to the country (found nowhere else in the world), particularly in the south-eastern island territories. | Metzetta is home to many diverse species of flora and fauna, some of which are endemic to the country (found nowhere else in the world), particularly in the south-eastern island territories. Ugi-ui Hosu harbours many endemic species in and around its waters. | ||
Native Metzettan dog breeds include the Hyuntoji Herdhound, Metzettan Mountain Dog and Zeolla Shepard. | Native Metzettan dog breeds include the Hyuntoji Herdhound, Metzettan Mountain Dog and Zeolla Shepard. | ||
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''Main article: [[Culture of Metzetta]]'' | ''Main article: [[Culture of Metzetta]]'' | ||
As one of the world's oldest continuous cultures, Metzettans have passed down their traditional narratives in a variety of ways. | |||
===Art=== | ===Art=== | ||
''Main article: [[Metzettan Art]]'' | ''Main article: [[Metzettan Art]]'' | ||
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''Main article: [[Music of Metzetta]]'' | ''Main article: [[Music of Metzetta]]'' | ||
Traditional Metzettan music is called gugak, which makes use of traditional instruments such as [[tanso]]. Early pop music with a western influence began to appear in the 1940's, taking off properly with the arrival of the rock genre. The domestic genre of City Ballads took over in the 80's, promoting smooth sounds and mature lyrics, while the current chart-dominating form of Metz-pop appeared around 2010 and has seen much popularity abroad. | |||
Metzetta has a strong classical tradition beginning with [[Shon Iksung]] and the popular compact disc (CD) format was invented in Metzetta by [[Miu Electronics]]. Metzetta has been an industry-leader in the field of electronic synthesizers and produces guitars and studio equipment in large volumes. | |||
[[File:Korean.Dance-Buchaechum-01.jpg|alt=Traditional Metzettan fan dance|thumb|Traditional Metzettan fan dance]] | [[File:Korean.Dance-Buchaechum-01.jpg|alt=Traditional Metzettan fan dance|thumb|Traditional Metzettan fan dance]] | ||
===Dance === | ===Dance === | ||
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''Main article: [[Newspapers in Metzetta]]'' | ''Main article: [[Newspapers in Metzetta]]'' | ||
Metzetta's most notable and widely-read paper is the [[Sinmun-seda]], published since 1821. | |||
====Video Games==== | ====Video Games==== | ||
''Main article: [[History of video games in Metzetta]]'' | ''Main article: [[History of video games in Metzetta]]'' | ||
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''Main article: [[Holidays in Metzetta]]'' | ''Main article: [[Holidays in Metzetta]]'' | ||
The two most famous [[Metzettan Holidays|Metzettan festivals]] are Chusu (the harvest festival) and Saehae (celebrating the New Year). Gaehwa (the blossom festival) is also very popular within the country. | The two most famous [[Metzettan Holidays|Metzettan festivals]] are Chusu (the harvest festival) and Saehae (celebrating the New Year). Gaehwa (the blossom festival) is also very popular within the country. Holidays are split into National Holidays and National Observances, with the former being more prominent; Recognised Celebrations are acknowledged by the government but not actively celebrated. | ||
[[File:KOCIS Korea Hanbok-AoDai FashionShow 61 (9766489263).jpg|alt=Modern mettubok in a fashion show|thumb|Modern mettubok in a fashion show]] | [[File:KOCIS Korea Hanbok-AoDai FashionShow 61 (9766489263).jpg|alt=Modern mettubok in a fashion show|thumb|Modern mettubok in a fashion show]] | ||
===Fashion=== | ===Fashion=== | ||
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Soccer, baseball, basketball and volleyball are some foreign sports which have caught on hugely in Metzetta; the [[Metzettan National Football Team|national football team]] were victorious in the 1994 [[World Association Football Federation|WAFF]] [[WAFF World Cup|World Cup]], held in [[Pelaxia]], and the 1970 World Cup was hosted in Metzetta. Ice hockey also draws large crowds in the busier cities. | Soccer, baseball, basketball and volleyball are some foreign sports which have caught on hugely in Metzetta; the [[Metzettan National Football Team|national football team]] were victorious in the 1994 [[World Association Football Federation|WAFF]] [[WAFF World Cup|World Cup]], held in [[Pelaxia]], and the 1970 World Cup was hosted in Metzetta. Ice hockey also draws large crowds in the busier cities. | ||
University leagues exist for most major sports, including table tennis. | |||
[[Metzettan University Sports Federation|University leagues]] exist for most major sports, including table tennis. | |||
[[File:Korean magpie in Daejeon.jpg|alt=The Metzettan Magpie|thumb|The Metzettan Magpie]] | [[File:Korean magpie in Daejeon.jpg|alt=The Metzettan Magpie|thumb|The Metzettan Magpie]] | ||
=== Symbols=== | === Symbols=== | ||