Post by Mala Malatu on Oct 30, 2013 16:02:23 GMT
The Imperial City, in the heartland of Tamriel, is the ancient seat of power and the capital of the Empire of Tamriel. From the First Era into the Fourth Era, the White Gold Tower continues to be the center of Tamrielic cultures and the beacon of the Empire. It was once the center of an Ayleid city, noticeable in the gleaming white architecture and magnificent statues.
Below the city, there is a complex sewer system, as well as various ruined Ayleid structures and labyrinths. Only a small number of those labyrinths and sewers have been mapped, maintained, and controlled by the Imperial Legion. Large portions of these ruins and sewers, however, are not, and the Imperial Legion advises all adventurers entering the sewers to bring extra hands and securities.
Above ground, the gleaming Imperial City can be seen clearly for miles. The city is walled in a circular shape around the White-Gold Tower so as to afford it as much defense as possible from would-be attackers. Despite all their security and the overwhelming presence of the Imperial Legion, the Imperial City was conquered during the Aldmeri Invasion, although it was swiftly retaken. The city was severely damage during the invasion, and is still under repairs.
In the city there are seven districts: Green Emperor Way, also referred to as the Palace District, the Market District, the Arena District, the Arboretum, Talos Plaza, the Elven Gardens, and the Temple District. There are also two smaller walled districts located outside of the city proper. The Arcane University is located to the southeast and the Imperial Legion Compound (which includes the Imperial Prison) is located in the northeast. The last district is the Imperial City Waterfront, the harbor district, which is located to the southwest of the city proper.
{Map of the Imperial City (All Districts)}
{Credits for this information}The information from this page was taken mostly intact from The Elder Scrolls Wiki's page on The Imperial City.