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Kötenberg, officially the Special City of Kötenberg is the capital and largest city of Valansten. It is located on the Eastern peninsula of the island of Vaulemai. The city borders the province on all sides except the south where it borders the Gulf of Vaulemai. Kötenberg borders the sattelite cities of Brittenbar to the North and Heldensein to the West.

Established around the year 650 as Kaut'anai by the Kingdom of Vaulema, it was a small fishing village in the beginning but also serves as a port. The village eventually grew larger and has a population of around 46,000 people when the first Europeans visited. The Europeans established trading ports in and around the village increasing its population to 70,000 in 1800. After the German takeover of the colony, it is made the capital, replacing Nouvea in present-day Ostenplitz. The population grew to around 100,000 by 1910.

During World War I, Kötenberg was repeatedly bombarded by British ships. Causing several thousand people to die. The population of the city decreased to 85,000 after the war. During French rule it stayed as the capital. During World War II the Empire of Japan tried to capture Kötenberg several times but eventually gave up and retreated. In 1949, the Kötenberg accord was signed and guaranteed Valanstenian independence. On June 5th 1949 the flag of the Federal Republic was raised in Kötenberg plaza. The city continued to grow to a population of 680,000 today.

Etymology
The name Kötenberg comes from the native name for the city Kaut'anai. The natives named it to honor King Kauta I of Vaulema. The Germans renamed in to Kötenberg which means "Kauta's Mountain".

History
Kaut'anai was established as a fishing village on the Eastern side of Vaulemai around the year 650. It also serves as the main port for expeditions to Dorfstein and Feirstein. During the Tonga-Vauleman war, several Tongan boats almost took Kaut'anai, however they were defeated by the local forces. The population steadily grew until European arrival.

The first Europeans to reach Kaut'anai were the Spanish and Portuguese. They set up a few trading posts near the city. Later, the French took over most of the islands from Vaulema leaving the natives with only the area around Kaut'anai. Vaulema's borders shrunk more every year due to French demands not being met. The Kingdom finally fell in 1878 after the Germans, who replaced the French as their overlords attacked the capital and sent the royal family to exile in Western Vaulemai. The Germans quickly made Kaut'anai as their capital after seeing its strategic location, renaming it to Kötenberg. The Germans developed the city further, establishing factories to boost the industry of the city.

After World War I, the city was back in French hands and they quickly reestablished their position in the archipelago. In 1924 there was a riot in the city due to oppression of the German population. The riot was quickly put down but this inspired several independence groups to form up and became the leading factor of the 1929 rebellion. During World War II, Japan landed its troops on the Northern coast of Vaulemai planning to take Kötenberg in around a month. This culminated in the Battle of Brittenbar which was a decisive victory for the French. The Japanese retreated to focus on other objectives after the battle.

After being put under joint allied control, Kötenberg was the center of negotiations and treaties for the independence of Valansten. The most notable one being the Kötenberg Accord which was signed in 25th May 1949. After independence, Kötenberg was made a special city due to it being the capital. The population and economy grew massively in the 1980s after Chancellor Harrison Getner was deposed. Currently, it is by far the largest and most influential city in Valansten.

Geography
Kötenberg is located on the Elborai river delta, which causes the city to be divided in two. The East side is where the majority of the population lives and contains 4 out of the 6 districts of Kötenberg. While the West side contains the district of North and South Herlefeld. Several bridges and tunnels cross the Alborai, the most famous being the

Landmarks
Famous landmarks of the city include Kötenberg Square, Kötenberg Palace, King Kauta I park, Kötenberg Accord monument, the Valanstenian Parliament building, Dergonerfeld Park, and the Klauz Stedner statue.

Demographics
Having a large population, Kötenberg is very diverse. The population of Kötenberg is mostly German, with some Vauleman natives, French, Asians, other Polynesians, and other white groups. Most of the population speaks German, with some Vauleman and French. The English fluency of Kötenbergers is around 94%.

Religion in Kötenberg consists of around 55% Christians, 39% irreligious, 4% Native folk religions, and 2% other.

Kötenberg has the highest HDI of any subdivision, with an estimate of 0.957 for 2022.

Economy
Being the center of economy in Valansten, it is also one of the largest economic centers in the entirety of Oceania. Having a nominal GDP of 350 billion USD in 2021. Kötenberg is also home to many of Valansten's largest companies.

Government and Politics
Kötenberg's executive branch is headed by the Mayor, who is elected every 3 years. The legislature of the city is the Bürgerschaft which has 56 seats. Representatives are elected to the house every 3 years.

Administrative Divisions
Kötenberg is administratively divided into 6 districts. The city is further divided into 29 sub-districts. The capital district of Kötenberg is Hoffenburg which houses the Bürgerschaft of Kötenberg and city hall. Hoffenburg district also contains the National Parliament, Kötenberg palace, and Kötenberg square and plaza. While Oberzeinder serves as the main seaport of Kötenberg as well as some large industrial areas. The largest business areas are located in Greistein and Dergonerfeld and is also the area where most development occurs, while North and South Herlefeld are the main residential and recreational areas of Kötenberg.

Transportation
Kötenberg has a wide variety of public transportation systems. Several highways and railwasy connect Kötenberg with other cities. Kötenberg has a large metro system which has 34 stations around the city and also some in the satellite cities of Brittenbar and Heldensein.

Kötenberg is served by 2 airports. Kötenberg Kauta I which is located East of the city in Elschengen. And Kötenberg Klauz Stedner, which is located in Heldensein. Both airports have transport rail and metro stations which links it with the city.