Westerchester

Westerchester is a city in north-western Newborder region in north-western Bayland, about 5km from the Kwitzkan border. 
The city is the third largest in its region, behind Ely and Newcoast.
== Geography ==
Westerchester is located in north-western Newborder in the region's western plains. The city is surrounded by uplands, making Westerchester sit in a valley. 
=== Climate ===
Westerchester has an average precipitation of about 580mm, which is one of the lowest in all of Newborder.
On average, the warmest month in the city is July and the coldest month is February.
== History ==
Westerchester was founded sometime in the 19th century around an already existing castle built in the late 18th century.
The city received its urban rights in 1925, becoming the 4th urban area in Newborder, after Newcoast, Ely and Midhamp.
In 1982, a train wagon factory was founded in the city, which sparked the city's population expansion and quickly became Westerchester's most important employer.
== Demographics ==
Westerchester is mainly English-speaking, but Kwnat and Õbii-speaking people also make up a large part of the city's population.
== Architecture ==
Westerchester, like many Baylandese cities, is mainly made up of modern, contemporary buildings. Older buildings can generally be found in the city center. Most of the buildings in the city are high and mid-density residential buildings. 
File:Westerchester.png|Westerchester's mid-density residential flats
File:Westerchester old.png|A former townhouse in central Westerchester
File:Westerchester uni.png|Westerchester Art University
== Education ==
Westerchester has a well-developed education infrastructure, mostly founded by the city council and the Newborder government. The city has multiple kindergartens, primary schools, middle schools and high schools including the well-known Westerchester Art University, which is one of the best art universities in north-western Bayland.
== Parks ==
Westerchester has 2 main parks in the city: the Westerchester City Park and a smaller park in the northern part of the city. 
The Newborder Forest regional park is located east of Westerchester. 
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