Mira is a constituent republic of Atlantic Region.
| Mira Republic | |
|---|---|
| Island of Madeira | |
| Constituent Republic of Vekllei | |
| Part of the Atlantic Region | |
| Population | 512,587 |
| Demographics | 72% Miran Β· 8% Costa Verde & Porto Santo Β· 7% European Β· 13% other |
| Accession | 1976, as part of the Azores Delegation |
| Area | 740.7 kmΒ² |
| Capital | Fennel |
| Languages | English, Portuguese |
The Mira Republic is a constituent republic of Vekllei and in the eastern Atlantic Ocean. It is part of a small island group comprising the neighbouring Porto Santo republic and the Desert and Savage Islands. Mira is the largest of them, and forms the basis of its industry and culture.
Originally a Portuguese colony, Mira and Porto Santo were uninhabited when discovered and settled in the 15th Century. The islands initially served an important role as a safe harbour in the Age of Discovery, but diminished in importance after the annexation of the Azores and Canary Islands in the late 15th Century. Agriculture has long since dominated the economy, comprising farms of European fruits and vegetables as well as cash crops like sugarcane, and tropical fruit. Sugar processing and fishing supplement the economy, and continue to thrive there today.
In federalisation, island of Mira underwent large political transformations that rapidly developed its civic and economic infrastructure to prepare it as an administrative centre of the Atlantic Region. It plays an important strategic role in the region, and hosts Naval Station Mira.
The island of Mira is in fact the peak of a massive underwater volcano, and its physical relief is dramatic. Its climate is affected greatly by its terrain, but is generally warmed year-round by the Atlantic and Canarian ocean currents. Snow often falls across its mountaintops, which peak at over 1,800 meters. Because of these mountains, Mira receives much more rain than neighbouring Porto Santo.
The island has robust infrastructure to facilitate travel. It has a major international airport that doubles as an air service station, as well as ferry services towards nearby Porto Santo. It also has a rail corridor across its south coast, which links with urban and mountain trams. The capital, Fennel, has funiculars that connect its steep suburbs to the harbour.
- Adhesives
- Ammunition
- Butter
- Eggs
- Electronic Components
- Fabric
- Fish
- Flour
- Glass
- Grapes
- Lubricants
- Molasses
- Palm Oil
- Paper
- Printing Ink
- Pulp
- Salt
- Silk
- Sugar
Climate
Mild and pleasant year-round, warmed by the Atlantic and Canarian currents. Coastal temperatures range 17β25Β°C, with the mountainous interior significantly cooler and wetter. Snow occasionally falls at altitude in winter.
Public Holidays
- New Year’s Day 1 Jan
- Carnival
- Good Friday
- Easter
- Commonwealth Day 1 May
- Republic Day 23 Jun
- Assumption Day 15 Aug
- All Saints Day 1 Nov
- Feast of Imm. Con. 8 Dec
- Christmas Day 25 Dec
- Boxing Day 26 Dec
- The Mira Flower Festival each May draws pilgrims from across Atlantic Region.
| Occupation | Share | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, Land & Sea | 12.5% | 44,001 |
| Education | 10.6% | 37,480 |
| Domestic | 9.4% | 33,144 |
| Healthcare | 9.3% | 32,754 |
| Skilled Trades & Construction | 8.5% | 29,858 |
| Industry | 6.4% | 22,583 |
| Government & Civil Administration | 6.1% | 21,511 |
| Arts & Media | 5.3% | 18,690 |
| Transport | 5.1% | 17,967 |
| Security & Defence | 4.7% | 16,621 |
| Retail, Distribution & Logistics | 4.0% | 14,169 |
| Hospitality & Participatory Trades | 3.9% | 13,803 |
| Sport & Recreation | 3.1% | 10,913 |
| Economic Planning | 3.0% | 10,478 |
| Energy & Resources | 2.0% | 7,093 |
| Science & Research | 1.9% | 6,787 |
| Information & Communications | 1.8% | 6,186 |
| Law & Justice | 1.6% | 5,780 |
| Religious & Ceremonial | 0.9% | 3,217 |
- Pico do Arieiro: The third highest peak in Mira, offering stunning panoramic views and hiking trails.
- Mira Botanical Garden: A beautiful garden showcasing the diverse flora of Mira, including endemic plants and exotic species.
- Fennel: The capital city, known for its historic architecture, vibrant markets, and the stunning Fennel Cathedral.
- Monte Palace Tropical Garden: A stunning garden featuring a variety of exotic plants, waterfalls, and panoramic views over Fennel.
- Cabo GirΓ£o: One of the highest sea cliffs in the world, offering breathtaking views and a glass skywalk for daring visitors.
- SΓ£o Vicente Caves: A series of volcanic caves that offer guided tours showcasing the geological history of the island.
- Atlantic International Airport: The main airport in Mira, providing connections to Vekllei and other international destinations.
- Port of Fennel: A key maritime hub supporting passenger ships, cargo traffic, and ferry services to nearby islands.
- The “Levadas” Irrigation System: A historic network of irrigation channels that not only provides water but also supports visitors through its scenic walking paths.
- [[Commonwealth School of Public Service]]: A training school for middle and senior civil servants and interior policy researchers.
- Congress of Classical Performance Atlantic Arts Federation 35
- Congress of Composition & Theory Atlantic Arts Federation 25
- Congress of Contemporary Music Atlantic Arts Federation 20
- Congress of Acting & Performance Atlantic Arts Federation 20
- Congress of Direction & Production Atlantic Arts Federation 30
- Congress of Traditional Arts Atlantic Arts Federation 30
- Congress of Contemporary Practice Atlantic Arts Federation 30
- Congress of Classical Ballet Atlantic Arts Federation 25
- Congress of Contemporary Dance Atlantic Arts Federation 30
- Atlantic Mira Store Atlantic Department Company 240
- Fennel Yard Atlantic Division 3,420
- Congress of Caribbean Historians Atlantic History Federation 20
- Congress of Indigenous & Islander Historians Atlantic History Federation 25
- Congress of Colonial Historians Atlantic History Federation 20
- Congress of Regional Historical Councils Atlantic History Federation 35
- Congress of Contemporary Historians Atlantic History Federation 30
- Congress of Naval Historians Atlantic History Federation 25
- Congress of Celtic, Scots & Pictish Study Atlantic History Federation 30
- Congress of Museum Curators Atlantic History Federation 20
- Office of Public Programs Atlantic History Federation 75
- Office of Conservation Atlantic History Federation 25
- Congress of Archaeologists Atlantic History Federation 25
- Congress of Historic Structures Register Atlantic History Federation 30
- Office of Cultural Landscapes Atlantic History Federation 35
- Reid's Palace Atlantic Hotel 70
- Camicos Station Atmospheric Surveillance System 30
- Atlantic Sugar Works Caribbea Cane 4,000
- Airlink Mira Station Commonwealth Airways 65
- Federal Writing Programme Commonwealth Art Commission 80
- Federal Art Programme Commonwealth Art Commission 90
- Federal Theatre Programme Commonwealth Art Commission 110
- Federal Music Programme Commonwealth Art Commission 70
- Mayaguana Federal Conservatory (CUWI) Commonwealth Art Commission 310
- Federal Architecture Programme Commonwealth Art Commission 85
- Federal Crafts Programme Commonwealth Art Commission 120
- Federal Sculpture Programme Commonwealth Art Commission 105
- Federal Textiles Programme Commonwealth Art Commission 85
- Federal Art Democracy Commission Commonwealth Art Commission 30
- Young Atlantic Artists Project (Atlantic Arts Federation) Commonwealth Art Commission 80
- National Arts Month Council Commonwealth Art Commission 30
- Office of Law & Copyright Commonwealth Art Commission 30
- Office of Art Programmes Commonwealth Art Commission 100
- Office of Commissioned Art Commonwealth Art Commission 25
- Government Liasion Office Commonwealth Art Commission 55
- Office of Analysis & Culture Commonwealth Art Commission 30
- Office of Federal Culture & Exhibition Commonwealth Art Commission 35
- Office of Grants & Promotion Commonwealth Art Commission 25
- Office of Resources & Supply Commonwealth Art Commission 30
- Office of Arts Education & Training Commonwealth Art Commission 40
- Arbitration Office Commonwealth Art Commission 50
- Colonial Records Collection Commonwealth Central Archives 50
- Contemporary Records Collection Commonwealth Central Archives 50
- Ancient History & Artefacts Commonwealth Central Archives 75
- Cultural Heritage Materials Commonwealth Central Archives 70
- Office of Executive Records Commonwealth Central Archives 40
- Office of Legislative Documents Commonwealth Central Archives 35
- Office of Judicial Archives Commonwealth Central Archives 35
- Office of Research Services Commonwealth Central Archives 145
- Mira Penitentiary Commonwealth Corrections Service 180
- Veletia Lines Mira Port Commonwealth Lines 420
- Azores Refinery Commonwealth Oil 410
- Fennel Metropolitan Railway CommRail 944
- Monte Toboggan Express CommRail 233
- Machico Valley Line CommRail 318
- Porto Santo Ferry Railway CommRail 277
- CΓ’mara de Lobos Fishing Village Express CommRail 231
- Atlantic Tea Federation Fortune 700
- Method Resource Works Method Heavy 1,000
- Office of Acquisitions National Library 25
- Office of Cataloguing & Classification National Library 30
- Office of Special Collections National Library 30
- Office of Federal Libraries National Library 40
- Office of Municipal Libraries National Library 30
- Office of Reference Services National Library 200
- Office of Reader Services National Library 240
- Office of Public Programmes National Library 125
- Office of Municipalities National Library 45
- Office of Universities National Library 25
- Office of Technical Services National Library 210
- Spirit Glass Mira Bottling Works Spirit Glass 280
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1982
Remaining Azores territories accede, including Costa Verde, Fayal, Flores, Graciosa, Maria, Mira, Pico, Porto Santo, Terceira, and Velas