Sword Coast

Little Calimsham bursts forth in a riot of color and scent, a vibrant enclave that contrasts with the rugged streets of Baldur’s Gate. Its tightly packed buildings feature ornate arches and domes reminiscent of Calishite architecture, their facades adorned with intricate tiles and flowing tapestries. Narrow alleys buzz with life as merchants call out to passersby from stalls brimming with spices, silks, and other exotic goods. The air is rich and heady with the aroma of saffron, roasted lamb, and sweet pastries, mingling with the faint notes of distant music played on stringed instruments. Brightly dressed performers dance in the squares, their movements fluid and mesmerizing, while storytellers weave tales of distant deserts and forgotten wonders. Little Calimsham is fiercely proud of its heritage, but its people remain wary of outsiders who linger too long or pry too deeply. It feels alive, an oasis of culture and history thriving within the shadow of the Gate.

The district is a vibrant, if a bit raucous locale. The sounds of foreign instruments and the scents of exotic spices evoke the feeling of life in the Lands of Intrigue. The brick buildings were built in crowded bunches around the sabban's walls. Like buildings from Calimshan the buildings were covered in a layer of plaster, however they do not share the same quality of decoration due to the limited funds available during their creation. The tops of the buildings and walls were smoothed out and paved so that individuals can easily walk atop. The bazaars are filled with esoteric merchandise that were brought north from Calimshan along the Trade Way. Among these goods are silk, Calishite steel and even Golden Sands Brews among others.