Satisto

the country of fairness and wonder

GEOGRAPHY& TOPOGRAPHY

A small European country, Satisto has a land area of 24,657 square kilometres. It borders only four countries: France, Germany, Denmark and Switzerland and is located just off the sea. Satisto is known for its mountains, lakes, forest and fjods which are its main feature. There are many rivers flowing through the region, as well. Satisto has many islands, but they are not quite heavily inhabited and are mainly used for fishing and farming. The capital city is built along the Ijssel river which is a Rhine branch. This is founded right where the Pardonna, which is the capital, tributary reaches the main channel, and the Satisto has called their city after the tributary because of this. Due to the above, possible natural hazards can take place such as: storms, strong winds, flooding, ice jams, rockslides as well as landslides. Satistos area comprises mainland and other islands.

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Winter, from December to February, is cold but not freezing, with daily average temperatures around -10 °C (14 °F), that is, around freezing (-20 °C or -4 °F) at night and around 0 °C (35 °F) during the day.

Spring, from March to May, is a cool season, characterized by a slow increase in temperature. In April, cold days are still frequent, with highs around 10 °C (50 °F), but this kind of weather can occur until the first half of May. In May, the average maximum temperature is still around 17 °C (63 °F).

In summer, from June to August, the temperatures are generally pleasant, but the sun does not shine very often. Cool and rainy days are quite frequent, with maximum temperatures below 20 °C (68 °F), however, they alternate with warmer days, with the sun peeping through the clouds and the temperature exceeding 25 °C (77 °F) in the early afternoon.

Autumn, from September to November, is initially pleasant in September, especially in the first half, while later, it becomes gradually colder, cloudy, and rainy, with frequent winds.

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The rains are not so abundant, ranging between 750/850 millimeters (29/33 inches) per year, but they are frequent throughout the year.

TEMPERATURE

A cold country, Satisto 's temperature rarely exceeds 20 degrees Celsius, unless it's summertime. The warmest month of the year, July, has just an average temperature of 18 degrees Celsius however. In the south of the country it is slightly warmer, but only by one or two degrees. Satisto temperature is ideal for growing many different kinds of vegetables (e.g., parsnip, spinach, lettuce, and onion). Satisto also has all four seasons, so seasonal fruit and vegetables can be grown. Satisto has a temperate maritime climate influenced by the North Sea and Atlantic Ocean, with therefore cool summers and moderate winters. Daytime temperatures varies from -20°C-6°C in the winter and 17°C-20°C in the summer. The rains are not so abundant, ranging between 750/850 millimeters (29/33 inches) per year, but they are frequent throughout the year.
The wind is another characteristic of Satisto's climate, and blows frequently, especially in autumn and winter, when there may even be storms.
Being a small and high country, Satisto has quite uniform climate, although there's a slightly greater continentality in inland areas compared with coastal areas, which in turn are more windy.

POPULATION DENSITY

WILDLIFE

Satisto's notorious for its cold weather. The Arctic Foxes, Moose, Reindeers and Wolves come out to enjoy the snow at this time of season. The most common animals to be found in Satisto's snowy jungles are the Wolverines, Arctic Foxes and the adorable but deadly Lynxes. The native foxes, Hawks, Wolverines and Wolves are often to be seen throughout the season. In Satisto, approximately 98 species of mammals, 510 birds and 200 species of fish are roughly estimated which gives you a wide variety of animals to hunt during the hunting season. There are also other endangered animals such as some bat and rabbit species.For maintaining a healthy ecological balance on Satisto, animals, plants and marine species are as important as humans. Each organism in this country has a unique place in food chain that helps contribute to the ecosystem in its own special way.

Satisto has a population density of 97 inhabitants per km2 which is not many relative to other European countries. The low population density means that unemployment rates are lower and that there's more space for agriculture and forests. Most of the major cities are developed along the river Ijssel, including Pardonna, the capital city, where the population density is higher than in other regions of Satisto. Many people therefore tend to find jobs in the capital. Not many people have vehicles as they prefer motorcycles or mass transit instead. When people want to travel between cities, they tend to use trains. As mentioned, due to the fact that not a lot of people use cars, Satisto produces less pollution.

Owing to the reduced population level of Satisto, there is more room for the trees and wildlife habitat. The nation has very stringent conservation and forestry rules and Satisto has beautiful greenery and plenty of wildlife because of it. There are significant elk herds, so there are very stringent rules prohibiting killing them, because they are the national species. The forests bring many tourists and photographers in, which is great for the nation economic growth. Renewable energy in Satisto comes mainly from biofuels, waste, and wind, while geothermal, solar and hydro energy play only a minor role in the country. The collection of mineral deposits includes different types of coal and oil, various salts and ores, as well as talc and asbestos. Satisto ranks thrid in worldwide farm output, primarily producing wheat, potatoes, cucumbers, sorghum, peanuts, tea, cotton, oilseed and corn.

MAIN FEATURES

The land of Satisto is mainly known for its rivers, forests, as well as fjords. Typically the fjords are better experienced at the coasts. For the average traveller, kayaking would be a top pick. This way, you'll have a great time witnessing the magnificent fjords while enveloped by the darkness of the mountains that surround you. There are hundreds to choose from of mountain peaks. The possibilities are endless, with a couple of good snow shoes or a pair of skies. Other things visitors tend to do is bike and climb mountains across the breath-taking hillsides. You will find the most beautiful rivers that pass through forests, relating to Satisto’s fascinating nature.

GEOGRAPHICAL ADVANTAGES

Since Satisto is right beside the water, this helps the country by providing them with an extra source of water. Due to Satisto having so many rivers, there will be plenty of river mouths where water can flow out into the ocean and flooding chances will diminish. Trading with the surrounding Oceans occurs fast and smoothly. More resorts and beaches will open which will give more opportunities for people living in Satisto to have fun outdoors. It will also be safer for the security of the countries as it will be more difficult for the invaders to enter, as most of the country is not landlocked. The rivers passing through the entire country have a drinking purpose, food source, agriculture and irrigation, transportation and is a great source of energy. Next, the mountains provide a unique habitat for animals and vegetation, supporting biodiversity. They also provide recreation for the habitants, via sports and natural beauty and is one of the main sources for fresh water. Last, the beautiful forest help the ground absorb during flood, reducing soil loss and property damage by slowing the flow. They also serve as a home to the animals and is great to help in regulation of ecosystems. Satisto's geography has an impact on the poeple living there, these features include vegetation, climate, the local water cycle, and land formations. Geography doesn't just determine whether the citizens can live in a certain area or not, it also determines people's lifestyles, as they adapt to the available food and climate patterns.

NATURAL HAZARDS

Satisto can get affected by floods, debris flows, landslides, fall processes (rockfall and rock avalanch es), avalanches and storms. Strong earthquakes are rare; yet, as history shows, they can arise in Satisto, too, and pose a non-negligible risk. Forest fires can also occur in Satisto. Even though these natural hazards can occur, none of the above have happened in the past. It is a must for our country to be informated and have the knowledge on how to efficiently protect and safe our people when this possibly happens.