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Public, Education and Atttractions
Central Point
The centre of everything, Central point houses some of the best boutiques, shops and best night spots including the famous play houses and night spots that give Sol city its young and active reputation.
Take in a show, have a few drinks in the bars and maybe sing some karaoke in the city centre bars.
The world is yours!
City Hall
Once the former mansion if the founding Sol family and their descendants for several generations the large light and dramatic building has played host to some of the grandest events in the city’s history, many a scandal, romance and forbidden love a plenty has gone on inside its airy corridors, and quiet nooks.
Now restored to its former glory as city hall when it fell into disrepair over the decades it's ready to host the new most glamorous events,parties and must attend balls. Will you find love in the nooks? Maybe be charmed on the dance floor or betrayed in the plots and affairs that have occurred over the centuries.
If you're into City politics and intrigues visit the City offices in the west wing and maybe even place your hat in the ring.
If only walls could talk.
Corona Park
So the city has got you down and you want to get some fresh air away from the crowds?
Corona Park is where you want to go, complete with a peaceful forest walk, large open spaces and many cozy benches ideal for a quiet private moment.
Will love, friendship or maybe both blosum alongside the trees in spring?
Luna sports facility
The shining beacon of Sol City’s famous Icarus Angels football team, 5-time national champions and said to have an upcoming team of the brightest stars. Enjoy a game in our new stadium, grab a beer, hot dog and be ready to cheer.
But there's more than football. The venue houses the latest in the areas gym facilities catering for everyone from the spin class and yoga groups to the most dedicated of bodybuilders and athletes. If the gym was lacking or you want to cool off the Olympic length pool caters to all from paddlers to those who want to refine their lap times in the local championships.
If all that exercise has you tired, stop by the famous smoothie bar for a recharge and a sit down, watch the city and forget about your post workout aches and pains.
Sol City Zoo
The famous Zoo home to a wide range of animals from Aardvarks to zebras and all inbetween, Visit the historic reptile house, pet a Alpaca, or just take a stroll and get away from the busy city for a few hours.
Located next to Corona Park the Zoo offers a quieter space for citizens to stretch their legs, enjoy a few hours away and relax. Our latest meerkat enclosure has quickly become a city
"Solaris Universatas" - Furiosa
The most prestigious university in Sol City. The tuition fee is pretty high, but they hand out several scholarships for different reasons and talents as well. Here you can become anything you want. Come and quench your hearts thirst for knowledge in these grand halls of wisdom.
Old Sol Museum
First founded shortly after the decline of the founding Sol family there collection was moved to the museum for the public to view, many years later the collection has grown and grown to be one of best small museums in the region.
Ideal when the crowds get to you, walk amongst the new fashion exhibition and maybe find some inspiration for a great vintage look. For the family old dippers, a replica of the famous dinosaur from Londons legendary natural history museum dominates the main hall and many others in the classic DinoSol exhibit .
Food, Drink and Entertianment
The Old Starboard
So you want a bite to eat or a bit of a quieter pace of life then the old Starboard is the Bar for you. With food, drink or coffee for the designated driver.
The cosy bar welcomes newcomers and regulars alike, sure things are a bit less shiny than central point. Pay a visit, bring a friend for Lunch, maybe a few drinks in the evening and enjoy the ambience and relaxed atmosphere.
The Coffee Pot
Need a pick me up, want a place to relax and catch up over a hot drink and a cake. Maybe even a date?
The Coffee Pot is a relaxed and friendly cafe with views over the Corona Park and a short walk from the life and soul of Centre Point.
Regularly open early till late with a small licensed bar in the evening, The Coffee Pot caters for everyone. Keep an eye out for our events and evening entertainment on Fridays and weekends.
Swan Songs: by aladdin_sane
Located in our beautiful historic district Swan Songs has been Sol’s number one provider of records and tapes since 1976.
“My father Isaac was always adamant that a healthy city is artistically vibrant. And at least to me music is the most important of the Arts” says Rupert Kingsley 44 who inherited the business after his father at the age of 87 retired with his wife Mandy to the sunny shores of Florida in 2004.
Rupert and his staff have curated a large collection of music from all genres; they also offer great selections from both mainstream staples and more eclectic artists. While they do not carry everything ever recorded Rupert ensures us that Swan Songs is always adding new stock and the store would be more than happy to appraise your collection if you wish to sell.
Throughout the years, the shop has offered more than just albums; they have provided a spot for our more musically inclined residents to congregate and perhaps perform. Rupert prides himself on supporting local bands and the windows of the shop are normally plastered with ads for upcoming gigs or “musician wanted” posters. Swan Songs also sell albums, EPs, and singles from local bands and artists; some these great local selections include Lyclene obscurilinea from the post-punk outfit Louis-Pierre Gravel, Bottle Rocket the latest release from the darkwave band Kremlin, and the somber new album from M33 entitled L'Estaque, Melting Snow Once or twice a month the store will transform itself into a live venue for a local or touring band to perform.
“Newcomers to the city are always asking about the local scene and what bands they should check out” says Kingsley “Our helpful staff are always happy to point those folks in the right direction.”
So if you are looking to expand your musical horizons you would be doing yourself a huge disservice by not visiting Swan Songs. They are located on 412 W 18th street next to Café Clover and Lawful Good Gaming.
Footsteps Sports Bar
Footsteps Sports Bar is the place to go in Sol City for anything sports related, from NFL and PAC12 to MLB and MMA it’s all your favorite sports in one location. If sports isn’t your appeal though Footsteps could still be the place to spend your week nights or weekends with an inviting atmosphere and friendly staff. Additionally Footsteps caters to the whole family with a full menu and specials for kids.
Footsteps, located in Sol City’s Central Point, is owned and operated by Sol City local Tommy Lomax formerly of Icarus Angels fame.
Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 12:00pm-12:00am*
Fri-Sat: 10:00am-2:00am*
Sun: 10:00am-11:00pm*
*Closing time subject to change based on sporting event end time, only later never earlier.
The Lighthouse
The story about the girl in the lighthouse is one of the urban legends that roams Sol City, and is the origin behind the restaurant’s name.
Back in the days when the Old Harbor was the city’s main income, several ships came and went each day. The city was disease ridden, and many people had already died because of shortage of a cure. One dreadful night, a ship loaded with medicine for the city got caught up in a terrible storm. Because of the weather, most of the pier workers had retreated indoors, and there were no one to come to the ships aid. No one except a brave girl who lived in the lighthouse with her family. She had only watched her father steer the lights before, but when she heard the screams coming from the ship she rushed to the top, safely guiding the ship to shore. She saved thousands of lives, both on the ship and of those who needed the medicine. Though nobody knows her real identity, the legend is one that every citizen of Sol City has heard as a child.
The Lighthouse has a casual atmosphere, good food and occasionally features live music. It’s located within a 5-minute walking distance of the Old Starboard.
Nova Wave Arcade
Where the fun never ends.
Whether you want to beat your high score or simply looking to score then head on down to Nova Wave Arcade. The hottest gaming arcade in Sol City. Filled with all the latest and hottest arcade games on the market like Fighters of Glory VII and Laguna Racer Extreme and all the classics like Highway Crossing Frog and Cake Insulators, you can't go wrong. Try your luck at the various carnival games such as basketball hoops, the shooting gallery, whack-a-mole machines, the high striker game. Be the hero of the evening and win your date a prize. Or perhaps you just want a nice competitive game of air hockey at one of our many cool tables. If you're feeling a little extreme why not have a game of laser tag? There's always something fun for everyone at Nova Wave Arcade.
Within five years of it's grand opening Nova Wave Arcade has proven to be a consistently popular venue for young people who're out on the town looking for some fun and excitement. This passion project by retired Indy game developer Markus Hughs has exploded onto the scene with its innovative layout and its amazing selection of games. After publishing his wildly successful smartphone game Kitten Catastrophe, Markus decided to devote himself to a more homegrown and inspiring gaming experience, the neighbourhood arcade. If you're a fan of Kitten Catastrophe or any kind of fun catastrophe then come on down, you won't be disappointed.
Located on the corner of Center Point and Light Lane. Open from 10am to 10pm, seven days a week. Don't forget to buy our special membership card so you won't have to fumble around with all that change. We hope to see you soon.
The Golden Mike
Are you in the mood to delve into a fantasy world free of the burdens of everyday life? Come on down to the Golden Mike and pour your feelings into the microphone. Bring your friends, grab some drinks and stay as long as you like. We’re open 24/7 for your pleasure. Whether you’re a couple of friends or a group of 20 we have a room to accommodate your needs. The Golden Mike is located in Central Point.
Resedential Areas, Streets and Roads
Old Harbour
Old Harbour once home to the ships that fed Sol cities growth in centuries past now the trendy place to find the best warehouse apartments and the freshest seafood in the City. Take a walk and explore the oldest part of the City.
Take a wander, maybe you find a hidden gem in the cities oldest and most varied district.
Still home the City Marina Old Harbour is a must see place for those who love to travel the water and maybe rent out a boat for a weekend cruise.
Riverside
Take a walk down by the Promenade and you'll find Riverside. Home to some of the most expensive apartments in the city and unique independent shops you'll be spoiled for choice in unique fashions and quiet coffee shops to watch the passing boats and read a good book.
Maybe take a look by one the smaller more intimate parks off the tourist trail, a ideal place for a private picnic or just to enjoy some peace and quiet away from the busier Corona Park.
Daedalus Airlines float aircraft can land and take off from the southside of the River Park away from the highway bridges that connect both sides of the riverfront landing with downtown.
Western Shore
The city centre apartments and glittering lights of Sol City Centre Point are not always for everyone, Western Shore is the friendly neighbourhood where prices are lower, life is slower and still home to many mom and pop independent stores.
Larger homes, gardens and even a garage are the luxuries that abit longer walk into the city cost. It's a small price to pay for your own private bathroom!
SOUTHSIDE by Pilatus
Southside is where the majority of Sol-City’s industrial business is located with most of the prominent manufacturers, equipment dealers, contractors and the like based up and down the main thoroughfare of Southside Boulevard, one of the City’s oldest traffic arteries. Visiting this area usually means business. Freight trains run the tracks in all directions carrying raw and finished goods from the various large corporations stationed here. Don’t be surprised to find a traffic jam as a load of containers comes from the port or a large piece of machinery is being loaded up for transport.
Light Lane
Light lane, as locals calls it.
The street has a small book shop, a ramen shop, and several other local oriental types of fast food restaurants. Most of the eating places aren’t bigger than one line of bar stools at the counter, with a tiny kitchen behind it. The street is highly casual, and is located about a 10-minute walk away from Central Point. The atmosphere is cozy and the paper lanterns that goes along the entire street is the origin of the nickname for the street.
Transport, Travel and Tracks
Sol City International Airport. (KISX) and Daedalus Airlines
Sol City’s newest airport serves flight connections across the globe with regular arrivals from both local connections and international hubs alike. The gateway to Sol City, your journey could begin here, what the make of it is your choice.
Daedalus Airlines.
The local cargo and passenger airline, service with a smile and maybe a glass of champagne if you're feeling like celebrating.
Passenger flights all over the region are regularly available, cargo flights to destinations near and far. If you need it moving big or small, local or to the other side of the world we can help make it happen.
If you're feeling like beating Central points traffic then maybe consider the Helicopter Taxi and transport team. Why stress when you fly! Take a floatplane tour out to the beach or the mountains.
Solaris County Regional Airport
Solaris County Regional Airport, opened and inaugurated on the 4th of September, 1951, services Sol City and the surrounding counties. Established as a result of the discovery of natural gas in the greater Sol area. The original airport, purchased from a private citizen by the Berry Petroleum Company, was a few flattened dirt strips on a dusty plain, used to take off and land crop dusters. However with the influx of entrepreneurs and BPC employees, the airport was enlarged and a terminal building added on neighboring purchased land.
Once gas fields had been depleted in the early 90s, Berry lost interest in the region and the utility was purchased by the Sol City Civil Aviation Comity. SCCAC promptly built new terminals, and with private investment formed Solaire (SCRA-S) from the purchased fleets and infrastructures of surrounding regional airlines, forming the largest airline in the region.
Though you didn't need me to tell you that, you could have just visited the airport museum.
Solaire continued to be a dominant player in regional flights well into the 80s, consistently preforming well on a quarterly basis. Partnering up with a smaller, Solaris County based aviation firm, the company petitioned congress with air traffic control of regional airspace. However plans were quickly derailed with the entry of a rival petition from Pan-American and their junior company, Daedalus. The smaller initial partner with Solaire withdrew from the deal as a response to unfair business practices from the PanAm subsidiary.
Solaire eventually lost the battle for control of regional airspace to Daedalus, and with leaked plans to try and buy out their smaller partner, they lost them too. Bad soon turned to worse, in the late 90s the company had to default on debt it owed to the bank, and had to hand over its outer-city terminal to the bank. Subsequently the property was purchased by Daedalus, who too was hemorrhaging money until that point but swiftly recovered.
Accusations of foul play flew around but no court cases ever materialized.
Modern day Solaire (SCRCH-S) is a shadow of its previous self, operating half an hour out of the city and mainly servicing the industrial estate nearby, as a cargo operator. Occasionally handling budget passengers.
Media & Radio
While the new wave smash hit the Buggles might have mused that “Video Killed the Radio Star” back in 1979 your humble chronicler would have to disagree with their catchy yet flawed conclusion as when it comes Sol City in the year 2017 Radio has never been stronger. It is not a stretch to say our great city has the most diverse and vivacious broadcast programing in the continental United States; who needs the complexities of streaming when you have these great curators to gift you with great musical experiences again and again and again:
KAWAII 105.9 - Radio’s cutest twins Yuki and Kiko are here to help you the listener indulge in the latest music imported from Asia. Hope you have a sweet tooth. Genres primarily played are J-pop, K-pop, and C-pop.
STUDIO 198.9 - Ahh...His Name Is Brutus Baby! And believe or not star-children he is your jive connection to the grooviest place in the known galaxy Studio 1989. Admittance by invite only. Genres played are Funk.
SOL 104 (A Better Variety) - DJ Kenneth Ellery counts down the greatest hits of the eighties, nineties, aughts, and today. Genres played are R&B and Pop.
4.20 ACID JUKEBOX - Let Chakra Rhythmnik and Fuchsia Myst take you on a musical trip you’ll never forget. Illicit substances are optional. Genres played are Trance, Psytrance, Electro, Progressive, Chillout, Ambient, Drum-N-Bass , and New Age.
GLM 202 - 70’s music icon Jack Fairy hosts a cavalcade of fabulous tunes along with personal reflections on meeting and jamming with some the shinning stars of the era and beyond. He is currently Genres played are 70’s Glam (Glitter) Rock, New wave, Krautrock, Proto-Punk, Classic Punk, Post-Punk, Dark wave, No wave, Cold wave, and Gothic Rock.
94 Country - the so-called “Chinese Cowboy” country music artist Zhou Fen Fan guides listeners through Country’s past, present, and future. Genres played are Contemporary Country, Bluegrass, Outlaw Country, Western Music, Folk Music, Traditional Country, Rockabilly, and Alternative Country
929 The Bull - Hadrian Ellis keeps Sol City rocking all-night long…despite the noise complaints. Genres played are Classic Rock.
S.O.A.P 31.6 - Pastor Jim and his wife Mary-Sue of the Aspen Heights Fellowship host S.O.A.P (an acronym for Scripture Observation Application Prayer) a contemporary Christian music station. They are saving souls and rocking out in accordance to Christian principles. They play Christian Rock, Christian Hip Hop, and Gospel.
95.5 YAWP - Oluf Holst is the demented soul that defiles the ears of his listeners by playing some of the darkest music this side of the River Styx. He is cruel, he is crass, and what he plays is not trash. Genres played are Death Metal, Deathgrind Black metal, Blackgaze, and Post-metal
14.3 KLIQ: Three generations of local rappers Lil Hammer, Young Ice, and Masta Blasta curate one Sol City’s most diverse listening experiences. They Plays Modern Rap and 80's/90's West Coast Rap
10.3 Razzle-Jazzle - Rupert Kingsley of Swan Song records DJs some obscure and eclectic Blues and Jazz records from his personal collection every weekend, while his close friend Napoleone Locatelli handles the show during the week. Occasionally local artists of those persuasions will host a set or two.
While the programs listed above are just a slight sampling of the music stations, plenty of other stations offer more talk oriented programs that deal with sports, celebrities, offer psychic readings, and so on.
It would be prudent to mention that the large majority of Sol City’s Radio stations and broadcast towers are owned by French entertainment conglomerate Visionetworks and most the of the programs listed above and some that are not are broadcast from the historic Visonetworks’ building in Central Point. However, with founder and majority shareholder Gaétan Cyrille in critical condition after a life-threatening stroke in late 2016 at the age of 76 many financial analysts predict that his company might face a buyout from major Sol City players such as Vencorp International or Huang Incorporated by the end of the current fiscal year.