Glasbury

Located in a narrow valley high in the mountains, Glasbury's main industries are mining and herding. The youngest of the six city-states, it was founded at the site of a large salt mine. Though that was mined out long ago, modern techniques and the discover of new resources have allowed for the town to grow and thrive.

Though never more a bit player on the national scale, Glasbury is well known for it's scenic views, camping, and hiking. The best skiing in the country is to be had here, and the town feels like it gets twice as crowded during the winter.

Notable Landmarks

 * The Ski Resort
 * A large ski resort. While closed most of the year, it opens in mid-fall and stays open until the spring thaw. It also hosts an indoor ice skating rink and regular skating rink. However, kids today have declare both of those activities "super lame."
 * The Observatory
 * Though most science and research takes place in either Pembroke or Caerwys, the observatory was placed in Glasbury due to its high elevation.
 * The Temple of Solgaleo
 * Located on a ridge overlooking the central square of the city. Like all of the temples, it contains a large statue of the patron pokemon. Unlike most, it also functions as a calendar. During the spring equinox, light shines through holes in the roof and illuminates the statue from behind. Those standing in the square below are treated to the sight of the statue silhouetted against the sun, while glass prisms in the mane cast rainbows of light against the walls of the temple and the streets below. Minor events occur during the fall equinox and both solstices, but they are far less spectacular.
 * The Medieval Salt Mines
 * The original mines that prompted the founding of the city. The maze-like passages ran for miles around the city, even going under the Valley of Shadows in the Evergreen Forest. In fact, some speculate that poor conditions in the mine might be to blame for the valley's high preponderance of ghosts. These days, most of the mine has been closed off after dumb teenagers kept wandering in, getting lost, and dying of dehydration. However, some of the sections closer to town are open for tours.
 * The Modern Mines
 * Located higher up than the original mines, and penetrate deeper into the mountainside. These mines are still functioning and provide the lifeblood of the city. Despite the concerns of many of the locals, great care has been taken to make sure they have no major impact on the surrounding environment.