Pashtava

**Pashtava** is a city in the Vipstanie Corridor province of Salva, with a 2020 population of 101,913. It is best known as the headquarters for the Caucasian United Front, a military and economic alliance between Salva, Armenia, and Georgia.

## Geography

The city is located on the banks of the River Pashta, which flows through the center of the city.

Several bridges in the city cross the river, allowing for easy access to the other side.

Pashtava is located in a valley between the Northern Caucasus mountains, being located 10 km north and 7 km south of the mountains, respectively. Most of the city lies between 250-300 meters above sea level, with the city center being at an altitude of 270 meters. The city is about 50 km away from the border between Georgia and Salva, and about 90 km from the border between Armenia and Salva.

### Climate

Pashtava has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification: *Cfa*), which is modified by its higher elevation and latitude. Summer temperatures can reach 35-40 degrees Celsius, while winter temperatures do not dip below freezing on an average night. Precipitation is equally distributed throughout the year, though it is somewhat less so in winter.

## Demographics

Based on the 2020 census, the population in Pashtava was 101,913, with 48,542 males and 53,371 females. The city was made up of 72% Salvanians, 16% Georgians, 10% Armenians, and 2% Russians.

### Religion

From the 2020 census, 41% reported as Christian, 36% Muslim, 20% irreligious, and 3% reported as another.

## Economy

The economy of Pashtava is mainly based on agriculture, mining, manufacturing, trade, and transportation.

Mining plays a large part in the economy of Pashtava, with the city being a hub for extraction of minerals throughout the northern regions of Salva. The city is also a major center for manufacturing, with many factories and plants located in the area.

### Infrastructure

Pashtava is connected to the rest of Salva through roads and mass transit. The Salva Superlink runs through the city, connecting to several other cities in Salva.

## Caucasian United Front

In the establishment of the Caucasian United Front in 2001, the governing council chose Pashtava as the headquarters of operation due to its relatively safe and close proximity to all 3 member states.

Caucasian United Front forces patrol Salva, Armenia, and Georgia operating along side Salvanian Border Forces as peacekeepers in high tension regions such as the Myzretezy region bordering Iran in Salva.

## Tourism

Due to its location, Pashtava has become a popular tourist destination in recent years. The city is surrounded by mountains and forests with many streams, rivers, and waterfalls. Several hiking trails have been established in the nearby mountains, and visitors can view many beautiful views.

Several buildings in the city also attract visitors, such as the headquarters of the Caucasian United Front, which offers monthly tours, and the Revolutionary Museum, which showcases items and history from the Salvanian Revolution and the Soviet Civil War.

## In popular culture

* *In the movie Commander, Pashtava serves as a childish version of Sashok Vitya's summer home.*

## Notable residents

* *Aziz Bakhtiyar (actor)*
* *Arevik Dunya (voice actress)*
* *Martin Tsisana (singer)*
* *Isidora Vazha (politician)*