Lionburh

The capital of Galefridus, Lionburh is a huge, sprawling city set deep within the Valley of the Lion and is known best as the birthplace of the hero, King Rocelin.

Lionburh has grown beyond the gated stone walls that once surrounded the city. The walls have been partially destroyed from a siege long ago, and although the debris has been cleared, the walls were not rebuilt. The population density is very high. A sewer system keeps the city exceptionally sanitary, elaborate lion fountains are found throughout, and there are expansive markets. Scholars lecture crowds in crowded streets, many of which are filled with stray dogs. Most houses have small backyards, and there are a half-dozen castles of various sizes, and over a dozen keeps. The majority of Lionburh's inhabitants are involved in pottery, though there are some 500 full-time guards. In times of need, a militia of over 2,000 can be raised.

History
Lionburh was originally founded as a settlement known was Liunbar in 47 GD. It grew into a prominent city in the Empire of Nerath, but in 752, during the fall of the empire, Liunbar seceded from Nerath and renamed itself Lionburh to distance itself from its imperial past.

Economy
Lionburh's economic base is crafting, with its main craft being pottery. The city's economy is strong and growing.

Culture
Lionburh is famous for its expansive markets, cuisine and scholars, and series of elaborate lion fountains. Its greatest attractions for tourists are its exceptional sewer-based sanitation system that makes the city remarkably clean, its naturally beautiful landscape, and thriving nightlife.

Religion has an above-average influence on the populace.

The Solarium
Located in the heart of Lionburh, the Solarium is Pelor's greatest temple. Its round central structure is topped by a gold-plated, domed roof that brilliantly reflects sunlight. Additional wings stretch out from the central structure, forming a rectangle open on one side. Within the rectangle is a paved courtyard filled with lush gardens, shimmering pools and cascading fountains.

The interior walls and columns are all of white marble. The circular structure is one enormous room, whose center is brightly lit by sunlight pouring in through a circular window on the ceiling that is reflected off various mirrors.

The Solarium is also the headquarters of the Order of Solis.

The Castle of the Lion
The most impressive castle within the city is the Castle of the Lion. It is enormous, casting a nearby elven neighborhood 	in shade. Built of blue-gray stone and surrounded by a moat, the castle's drawbridge 	gateway  is sculpted into a lion's head, maw wide open.