Couloir



The Couloir (literally meaning "corridor" in English,) is an informal name for the region surrounding the Lebanon River in north-central Taatiklatar, mostly between the provinces of Bluerock Fort and Chanortia. It is known for its high French-speaking population, and high population density in this otherwise very rural part of the country.

History
The Couloir was extensively explored by John Antoine and a team of about 30 other people from C.Y. 17 to C.Y. 21. This was the beginning of several major cities: Lyon, Fort Antoine (now called West Triangletown,) and Lebanon were founded during this expedition. The influence of John Antoine's Quebecois heritage meant that many French speakers, especially those with Quebecois heritage like Antoine, moved to the area, drastically growing its population. Today, however, the only majority-French speaking major city in the region is Lyon, but all of the cities in the area have substantial French-speaking populations.

Geography
The Couloir is centered on the Lebanon River, which forms part of the border between Bluerock Fort and Chanortia for the majority of its length. The area is fairly hilly, especially around the Lebanon River valley.

Politics
Despite its high population density, the Couloir is heavily conservative, and generally votes for the Liberty Party in elections.