Rechtenburg is the capital of Mordusia and is located in the region of Talasor. It houses all the major Mordusian government offices, the Imperial Diet, and Mordus Castle (the Mordusian Imperial Palace). The Rechtenburg Metropolitan Area encompasses over 50 million people and is one of the largest metro areas in Mordusia. The city is located in the central part of Talasor. The city has a mix of modern and classical architecture. The "New City" is located on the south side of the Boudigau River and can be distinguished by its modern architecture and many high-rise apartments and offices. The "Old City", on the north side of the Boudigau River, is where all the Mordusian government offices are. The architecture of the "Old City" is best described as Baroque.