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Olde Orangetown is the oldest part of [[Oranjestad]] and comprises the majority of Oranjestad’s central business district (with other parts crossing into [[Summit]] and [[Haverhill]]).  The community area is bounded on the east by the Skylan Highway and canal, on the north by the Haverhill canal, on the south and west by Homestar Bay. As a business center, Olde Orangetown hosts 35 separate businesses, employing upwards of 204 people. The area is home to numerous parks, two farmers markets, two museums, and the world famous FlightWave Building. Other major cultural institutions that call this area home include the Rainbow Towers, Explorer’s Guild Memorial Clocktower, and the Bluth banana stands.
====Olde Orangetown====


==Population==
'''Olde Orangetown''', the oldest part of [[Oranjestad|New Orange City]], stands as a historic and vibrant neighborhood within the heart of the city. This central business district, boasting a rich tapestry of culture, commerce, and landmarks, is steeped in a legacy that has shaped Oranjestad's identity.


According to the 2015 census estimate, approximately 100 people live in the Olde Orangetown. The area draws most visitors from surrounding neighborhoods.
====History====
Established as the cradle of Oranjestad, '''Olde Orangetown''' traces its roots to the city's inception. The neighborhood evolved as a bustling center of trade and commerce, witnessing the rise of iconic structures that defined the city's skyline. Sites such as '''The Rainbow Towers''', '''Explorer’s Guild Memorial Clocktower''', and '''Sombrero Tower''' stand as testaments to the neighborhood's historical significance.


==Attractions==
====Geography & Location====


Orangetown architecture has been dominated by high-rises since early in its history. Notable buildings include Sombrero Tower; Dalaam Tower; and Florentine Pogen Tower, the tallest building in the neighborhood. Each of the buildings were at one point the tallest structure in the city.
'''Olde Orangetown''' is centrally located within the city. [[Haverhill]] sits to the north, [[Summit]] to the east, [[Alfa Beach]] to the south, and [[Parkview Island]] to the west. It also sits directly above the [[Submerciful]] neighborhood. '''Olde Orangetown's''' strategic location enhances its connectivity and accessibility within the city.


This area abounds in shopping opportunities, including Farmer’s Market Row and Willemstad Drive, although it competes with the more upscale Summit area to the east.  Olde Orangetown has a famous skyline which features many of the tallest buildings in the world.  Olde Orangetown contains a wealth of outdoor sculpture and green space, including Cluggish Square, underneath Florentine Pogen Tower.  The Skylan Canal, which delineates the eastern edge of the area, also provides entertainment and recreational opportunities, including the annual dyeing of the river green in honor of St. Patricks Day. Trips down the canal, including architectural tours, by commercial boat operators are great favorites with both locals and tourists.
====Attractions====
'''Olde Orangetown''' is adorned with architectural marvels such as '''Sombrero Tower''', '''Dalaam Tower''', and '''Florentine Pogen Tower''', each having claimed the title of the city's tallest structure at various points in history. '''The FlightWave Building''', a world-renowned landmark, draws admirers and enthusiasts alike.


Olde Orangetown, along with the rest of downtown Oranjestad, is one of the largest commercial business districts in the Shire. Sx3 Corporation has its commercial and retail banking headquarters in Sombrero Tower. Scaraba Clothing has its headquarters in Dalaam Tower. In addition, Giygas Inc and Starman Enterprises also have their headquarters in Dalaam Tower. The BORK Group has its Oranjestad regional headquarters in Girondelle Tower. The Central Scrutinizer Discorporation and Nebworks Inc’s regional headquarters are both located in Olde Orangetown as well.
The neighborhood offers a plethora of shopping opportunities, and its skyline, adorned with high-rises, is a renowned feature. Outdoor sculptures and green spaces, including '''Cluggish Square''' beneath '''Florentine Pogen Tower''', provide residents and visitors with areas for relaxation and recreation.
 
'''The Skylan Canal''', marking the eastern boundary, not only adds to the neighborhood's charm but also serves as a source of entertainment and recreational activities. Canal trips, featuring architectural tours, are cherished experiences for both locals and tourists.
 
'''Olde Orangetown''', an integral part of downtown New Orange City, stands as one of the largest commercial business districts in the Shire. '''Sx3 Corporation, Scaraba Clothing, Giygas Inc, Starman Enterprises, The BORK Group, Central Scrutinizer Discorporation''', and '''Nebworks Inc'''. have chosen '''Olde Orangetown''' as the location for their regional headquarters, contributing to the neighborhood's status as a business powerhouse in the '''Shire'''.


==List of Buildings==
==List of Buildings==


* '''Pink Moon Tower''':  Home of 'Uncle Remus Bookstore'. One of the three 'Rainbow' towers.
1. '''Pink Moon Tower:''' - Home of 'Uncle Remus Bookstore'. One of the three 'Rainbow' towers.
* '''Beach Fossil''': A converted tenement building hosting 5 different businesses, including; [[Zhora’s Whora Massage Parlor]], JF Sebastian’s Automata, Hannibal Chew's LASIK, Dave Holden's Voight-Kampf Testing Services, and Harry Bryant’s PI Services.
 
* '''Yellow Brick Tower''': A residential tower - the first tier is home to a community shelter. The tower is one of the 'Rainbow' towers.
2. '''Beach Fossil:''' - Converted tenement building housing five different businesses:
* '''Amsterdam Tower''': A residential tower, featuring a handful of studio apartments.
      - [[Zhora’s Whora Massage Parlor]]
* '''The Oranje Cliffs''': A commercial/retail tower, featuring three businesses: Rigby's Fine Vegan Meals (Tier 3), Telephasic Workshop (Tier 2), and Didier Meats (Tier 1).
      - JF Sebastian’s Automata
* '''Wuthering Heights''': A commercial/corporate tower with two tenants: [[Nebworks, LLC]] and The Great Om Skytemple & Knowledge Center
      - Hannibal Chew's LASIK
* '''FlightWave Building''': This tower is famous for its many boutique shops and studios. Tenants include: Hyperlips Custom Lipstick, Alfa Beach Custom Surfboards, Arkade Design Studio, Dreambender Custom Mattresses, and Ether Drift Custom Bike Designs.
      - Dave Holden's Voight-Kampf Testing Services
* '''Abacus Tower''': A residential building with several studio apartments. It is the official '0,0' point in the city from which all addresses radiate outward from, and delineates the city in North, East, South, and West quadrants.
      - Harry Bryant’s PI Services.
* '''Sombrero Tower''': This corporate tower is home to the Sx3 Corporation, a global conglomerate. The top floor is an observation room for the Shire Tourism board.
 
* '''Ye Olde Cluggish House''': The house originally belonged to the honorable H.W. Jules Cluggish, an important founding figure in the early decades of Oranjestad.
3. '''Yellow Brick Tower:''' - A residential tower with the first tier housing a community shelter. One of the 'Rainbow' towers.
* '''Dalaam Tower''': A retail/corporate tower featuring three businesses: Scaraba Clothing, Giygas Inc (supplier of enchantments), and Starman Enterprises.
 
* '''Police Kiosk & Guard Tower''': One of the oldest buildings in the city.
4. '''Amsterdam Tower:''' - A residential tower featuring a handful of studio apartments.
* '''Florentine Pogen Tower''': Home of the Central Scrutinizer Discorporation.
 
* '''Pilot Jones''': An abandoned single-family home.
5. '''The Oranje Cliffs:''' - A commercial/retail tower with three businesses. It is also the 3rd rainbow tower:
* '''Fantino Stair Tower''': Connecting Tier 1, 2 and 3.
      - Rigby's Fine Vegan Meals (Tier 3)
* '''Leon Kowalski Memorial Gazebo''': In memory of Leon Kowalski, who got drunk and fell from Tier 3 and into a pack of wolves on Tier 1. The wolves assisted him to St. God's Hospital, but upon arriving Leon bought a bag of peanuts from the lobby vending machine and promptly died from asphyxiation after attempting to swallow the bag whole.
      - Telephasic Workshop (Tier 2)
* '''Cristobal Risquez Residence''': A single family home with a view.
      - Didier Meats (Tier 1).
* '''Roy Batty’s House''': A single family home that will make you question what it means to be human.
 
* '''Sierra Leone Vendor Stalls''': Four vendors set up on Tier 2.
6. '''Wuthering Heights:''' - A commercial/corporate tower with two tenants:
* '''Bluthton Banana Stands''': Three of these banana stands can be found on each of the tiers in Olde Orangetown.
      - [[Nebworks, LLC]]
* '''Explorer’s Guild Memorial Clocktower''': Dedicated to remembering the Explorer's Guild that used to exist in the Oranjestad area when the land was just forest.
      - The Great Om Skytemple & Knowledge Center.
* '''Vartistia Museum & Observation Deck''': This museum is a replica of a tower that existed in the ancient town of Vartistia. Hours are 12-6 M-F.
 
* '''Pantagruel’s Police Watchtower''': A small observation tower formerly used to monitor canal traffic. Today the tower is just used in pranks towards rookie officers.
7. '''FlightWave Building:''' - Famous for its boutique shops and studios. Tenants include:
* '''Girondelle Tower''': Home to the regional HQ of the BORK GROUP, INC.
      - Hyperlips Custom Lipstick
* '''Olde Silex Harbor Watch''': A small observation tower popular with tourists.
      - Alfa Beach Custom Surfboards
* '''Farmers Market Row''': Five vendor stalls selling a wide variety of items.
      - Arkade Design Studio
* '''Strataca Condominiums''': A 15-storey luxury condo building, descending into the Strataca Ice Caves underground.
      - Dreambender Custom Mattresses
* '''Dr. Zhivago’s Canal Lift''': This is a seated zip line that cruises above the canal system on Tier 2.
      - Ether Drift Custom Bike Designs.
 
8. '''Abacus Tower:''' - A residential building with several studio apartments. The official '0,0' point in the city, delineating the city's quadrants.
 
9. '''Sombrero Tower:''' - A corporate tower home to the Sx3 Corporation. The top floor serves as an observation room for the Shire Tourism board.
 
10. '''Ye Olde Cluggish House:''' - Originally owned by the honorable H.W. Jules Cluggish, a founding figure.
 
11. '''Dalaam Tower:''' - A retail/corporate tower featuring three businesses:
      - Scaraba Clothing
      - Giygas Inc (supplier of enchantments)
      - Starman Enterprises.
 
12. '''Police Kiosk & Guard Tower:''' - One of the oldest buildings in the city, and the first police station.
 
13. '''Florentine Pogen Tower:''' - Home of the Central Scrutinizer Discorporation.
 
14. '''Pilot Jones:''' - An abandoned single-family home.
 
15. '''Fantino Stair Tower:''' - Connecting Tier 1, 2, and 3.
 
16. '''Leon Kowalski Memorial Gazebo:''' - In memory of Leon Kowalski
 
17. '''Cristobal Risquez Residence:''' - A single-family home with a scenic view.
 
18. '''Roy Batty’s House:''' - A single-family home that sparks existential reflections.
 
19. '''Sierra Leone Vendor Stalls:''' - Four vendors set up on Tier 2.
 
20. '''Bluth Banana Stands:''' - Three banana stands on each tier in Olde Orangetown.
 
21. '''Explorer’s Guild Memorial Clocktower:''' - Dedicated to remembering the early days of exploration before Oranjestad was founded.
 
22. '''Vartistia Museum & Observation Deck:''' - A replica museum from the ancient town of Vartistia with limited hours.
 
23. '''Pantagruel’s Police Watchtower:''' - Originally used to monitor canal traffic.
 
24. '''Girondelle Tower:''' - Home to the regional HQ of the BORK GROUP, INC.
 
25. '''Olde Silex Harbor Watch:''' - A small observation tower popular with tourists.
 
26. '''Farmers Market Row:''' - Five vendor stalls offering a variety of items.
 
27. '''Strataca Condominiums:''' - A 15-story luxury condo building descending into the Strataca Ice Caves. [[File:stratacatower.png|300px|thumb|right|The famous "Ice Giant" oil painting inspired by the Strataca Condominiums, by local artist Rik Colley, 2010]]
 
28. '''Dr. Zhivago’s Canal Lift:''' - A seated zip line cruising above the canal system on Tier 2.
 
29. '''Shire Bank:''' - A regional bank based in New Orange City on Tier 3.
 
30. '''Embassy Row Tier 3:''' - A complex featuring space for 7 embassies, newly added in 2019.
 
31. '''Trizer's House on Tier 2:''' - A residential dwelling.
 
32. '''Jomjom's Green Palace on Tier 2:''' - A medical marijuana dispensary.

Latest revision as of 13:44, 14 December 2023

Olde Orangetown

Olde Orangetown, the oldest part of New Orange City, stands as a historic and vibrant neighborhood within the heart of the city. This central business district, boasting a rich tapestry of culture, commerce, and landmarks, is steeped in a legacy that has shaped Oranjestad's identity.

History

Established as the cradle of Oranjestad, Olde Orangetown traces its roots to the city's inception. The neighborhood evolved as a bustling center of trade and commerce, witnessing the rise of iconic structures that defined the city's skyline. Sites such as The Rainbow Towers, Explorer’s Guild Memorial Clocktower, and Sombrero Tower stand as testaments to the neighborhood's historical significance.

Geography & Location

Olde Orangetown is centrally located within the city. Haverhill sits to the north, Summit to the east, Alfa Beach to the south, and Parkview Island to the west. It also sits directly above the Submerciful neighborhood. Olde Orangetown's strategic location enhances its connectivity and accessibility within the city.

Attractions

Olde Orangetown is adorned with architectural marvels such as Sombrero Tower, Dalaam Tower, and Florentine Pogen Tower, each having claimed the title of the city's tallest structure at various points in history. The FlightWave Building, a world-renowned landmark, draws admirers and enthusiasts alike.

The neighborhood offers a plethora of shopping opportunities, and its skyline, adorned with high-rises, is a renowned feature. Outdoor sculptures and green spaces, including Cluggish Square beneath Florentine Pogen Tower, provide residents and visitors with areas for relaxation and recreation.

The Skylan Canal, marking the eastern boundary, not only adds to the neighborhood's charm but also serves as a source of entertainment and recreational activities. Canal trips, featuring architectural tours, are cherished experiences for both locals and tourists.

Olde Orangetown, an integral part of downtown New Orange City, stands as one of the largest commercial business districts in the Shire. Sx3 Corporation, Scaraba Clothing, Giygas Inc, Starman Enterprises, The BORK Group, Central Scrutinizer Discorporation, and Nebworks Inc. have chosen Olde Orangetown as the location for their regional headquarters, contributing to the neighborhood's status as a business powerhouse in the Shire.

List of Buildings

1. Pink Moon Tower: - Home of 'Uncle Remus Bookstore'. One of the three 'Rainbow' towers.

2. Beach Fossil: - Converted tenement building housing five different businesses: 

     - Zhora’s Whora Massage Parlor
     - JF Sebastian’s Automata
     - Hannibal Chew's LASIK
     - Dave Holden's Voight-Kampf Testing Services
     - Harry Bryant’s PI Services.

3. Yellow Brick Tower: - A residential tower with the first tier housing a community shelter. One of the 'Rainbow' towers.

4. Amsterdam Tower: - A residential tower featuring a handful of studio apartments.

5. The Oranje Cliffs: - A commercial/retail tower with three businesses. It is also the 3rd rainbow tower: 

     - Rigby's Fine Vegan Meals (Tier 3)
     - Telephasic Workshop (Tier 2)
     - Didier Meats (Tier 1).

6. Wuthering Heights: - A commercial/corporate tower with two tenants: 

     - Nebworks, LLC
     - The Great Om Skytemple & Knowledge Center.

7. FlightWave Building: - Famous for its boutique shops and studios. Tenants include: 

     - Hyperlips Custom Lipstick
     - Alfa Beach Custom Surfboards
     - Arkade Design Studio
     - Dreambender Custom Mattresses
     - Ether Drift Custom Bike Designs.

8. Abacus Tower: - A residential building with several studio apartments. The official '0,0' point in the city, delineating the city's quadrants.

9. Sombrero Tower: - A corporate tower home to the Sx3 Corporation. The top floor serves as an observation room for the Shire Tourism board.

10. Ye Olde Cluggish House: - Originally owned by the honorable H.W. Jules Cluggish, a founding figure.

11. Dalaam Tower: - A retail/corporate tower featuring three businesses: 

      - Scaraba Clothing
      - Giygas Inc (supplier of enchantments)
      - Starman Enterprises.

12. Police Kiosk & Guard Tower: - One of the oldest buildings in the city, and the first police station.

13. Florentine Pogen Tower: - Home of the Central Scrutinizer Discorporation.

14. Pilot Jones: - An abandoned single-family home.

15. Fantino Stair Tower: - Connecting Tier 1, 2, and 3.

16. Leon Kowalski Memorial Gazebo: - In memory of Leon Kowalski

17. Cristobal Risquez Residence: - A single-family home with a scenic view.

18. Roy Batty’s House: - A single-family home that sparks existential reflections.

19. Sierra Leone Vendor Stalls: - Four vendors set up on Tier 2.

20. Bluth Banana Stands: - Three banana stands on each tier in Olde Orangetown.

21. Explorer’s Guild Memorial Clocktower: - Dedicated to remembering the early days of exploration before Oranjestad was founded.

22. Vartistia Museum & Observation Deck: - A replica museum from the ancient town of Vartistia with limited hours.

23. Pantagruel’s Police Watchtower: - Originally used to monitor canal traffic.

24. Girondelle Tower: - Home to the regional HQ of the BORK GROUP, INC.

25. Olde Silex Harbor Watch: - A small observation tower popular with tourists.

26. Farmers Market Row: - Five vendor stalls offering a variety of items.

27. Strataca Condominiums: - A 15-story luxury condo building descending into the Strataca Ice Caves.

The famous "Ice Giant" oil painting inspired by the Strataca Condominiums, by local artist Rik Colley, 2010

28. Dr. Zhivago’s Canal Lift: - A seated zip line cruising above the canal system on Tier 2.

29. Shire Bank: - A regional bank based in New Orange City on Tier 3.

30. Embassy Row Tier 3: - A complex featuring space for 7 embassies, newly added in 2019.

31. Trizer's House on Tier 2: - A residential dwelling.

32. Jomjom's Green Palace on Tier 2: - A medical marijuana dispensary.

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