Haven

The Holy City of Haven
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Motto: The Almighty Ahura will protect us!
Anthem: Long live the Queen!
Capital	Haven
Official languages	Havenian, English
Ethnic groups	Havenian
Demonym	Havenian
Government	Absolute monarchy
• Monarch	Sophia I of Haven
Establishment
Area
•	50 km2 (19 sq mi)
• Water (%)	100
Population
• 2012 census	750 000
GDP (PPP)	2012 estimate
• Total	$30 billion
• Per capita	$40,000 (N/A)
HDI (2012)	.950 very high
Currency	Sira (S)
Time zone	+0
Date format	DD/MM/YYYY
Drives on the	right
Calling code	+193
Internet TLD	.hv

Haven, officially referred to as the The Holy City of Haven is a city state kingdom, made up of a huge floating city north of Sunetti.

Haven is considered an hermit kingdom, mostly known for it's religious beliefs, advanced naval technologies and it's floating city, the only one in Internatia. The population of Haven is around 750 000, and with this relatively large population for a small city, the population density is really high. 100% of the population live in the floating city. It is the smallest country in Internatia in terms of area.

History

Once part of an ancient empire, only the floating City of Haven remains. Havenian legends say that a huge civil war almost destroyed pre-Havenian civilization and the floating city was given by the almighty Ahura to protect the survivors from destruction. Those who survived dedicated their lives to worship Ahura, who gave them food, shelter and a city that will protect believers forever.

A hermit nation for many years, foreigners were forbidden to enter the holy city and a huge naval fleet prevented any foreigners from invading the holy city. The City is currently floating on the Granda Ocean north of Sunetti. There are rumors that Haven can be lifted in the sky and float above the ocean but nobody living today can confirm this rumor.

Politics

Today, Haven is an absolute monarchy, ruled by a monarch supported by the Holy Church of Ahura. Even if Haven is not a democracy, every havenian monarch decisions were made for the common good and for the well being of every havenian. Because the Ahuran faith promote science, technology and cooperation, havenians don't consider their rulers as despotic and authoritarians. Monarchs don't act like despots because it is forbidden by Ahuran faith. Despotism create unhappiness and create chaos. Only faith, science and order can prevent chaos from destroying Haven again. Haven doesn't need a secret police to use repression with it's citizens because monarchs are children of Ahura and their duty is to lead according to Ahura's teaching.

Since the coronation of Queen Sophia, she asked havenians to elect the best citizens who will help here rule mighty Holy City. This privy council will help Queen Sophia finding new ideas to improve Haven and solve problems plaguing the holy city, which is overpopulation and diplomatic isolation.

Monarchy

Queen Sophia I is the current ruler of Haven. She was crowned last year after her father King Constantine VI died. She's only 19 years old and is currently unmarried. Few foreigners had the chance to meet her to witness her great beauty and wisdom. She's considered a liberal and a patron of arts.

Military

Havenians are proud of their navy, one of the most powerful in Internatia. The only purpose of the naval fleet is to protect Haven from every invasion and to destroy enemies before their reach city gates. Haven is a floating fortress with impressive anti-air defenses to eliminate attackers trying to destroy the city. Even if Haven is an advanced military nation, there are no plans or desires to invade another country. War is chaotic, unpredictable and dangerous so no havenian ruler will agree to a military invasion.

Haven will offer military support to every nation asking for help but will never agree to support a genocide.

Foreign Relations

The Holy City of Haven plan to open embassies in every Internatian country and plan to have peaceful and positive relationships with every nations.

Havenian diplomats are in negociation with The Symphony Isles to open trade between the two nations. Diplomats are working to find a common ground and her majesty Queen Sophia agreed to make concessions about our religion policies in exchange for a new trade relationship. Havenian diplomats are waiting for a answer from The Symphony Isles.

Haven hope these negotiations will be an example of how Haven want to be part of the international stage and be a positive influence. If other nations wish to open embassies in Haven, space will be allocated for diplomats and a guide will be given to educate them about our culture, our faith and our laws. We hope these precautions will prevent any diplomatic incident that could have an unfortunate ending.

Floating City

It's origins are unknown and most havenian legends say that Haven was given by Ahura as a fortress of peace in exchange for unconditional worship. It's mechanics and technologies are confidential and havenians won't hesitate to kill themselves instead of revealing these secrets to foreigners.

Ahuran Faith

Every havenian is a member of the Holy Church of Ahura, the only faith in Haven. Ahura is an ancient god who rescued ancient havenians and gave them the holy city in exchange for worship. Ahura is the protector of Haven and the God of knowledge. Ahura faith order believers to promote peace, order and science. No other religions are allowed in Haven because havenians believe there is only one true faith and Ahura alone must be worshipped. It is forbidden to foreigners to promote another religion. Before, the death penalty was the only sentence allowed. After a protest from The Symphony Isles and negociation between Haven and their diplomats, her majesty Queen Sophia agree to make death penalty illegal. Instead, criminals will be banned from the city and will be allowed to relocate to The Symphony Isles or any other democratic nation.

The Holy City of Haven in the Internatia Song Contest.

HBA only became a IBU member last month and made an official request to participate in Internatia Song Contest.

When HBA participation will be confirmed, the selection process will be decided.