royal town
C25775
concept
A royal town is a settlement granted special status, privileges, or historical significance due to its close association with a monarchy, such as hosting royal residences, ceremonies, or administrative functions.
Observed surface forms (4)
| Surface form | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| royal settlement | 3 |
| royal centre | 1 |
| royal community | 1 |
| royal vill | 1 |
Instances (12)
| Instance | Via concept surface |
|---|---|
| Arau | — |
| Kuala Kangsar | — |
| Dictum of Kenilworth | royal settlement |
| Nayaka | royal community |
| Pekan | — |
| Tamworth (de facto Mercian royal centre) | royal centre |
| Offchurch (associated royal estate) | royal vill |
| Seri Menanti | — |
| Sri Menanti | — |
| Arau, Perlis | — |
|
Nodwengu (associated with Shaka’s earlier capitals)
surface form:
Nodwengu
|
royal settlement |
| Limulunga | royal settlement |