Build-your-town game

Hey,Im searching for a game in which you have to build your town yourself.. a bit like Sid Meier's Civilization, but within regional range.. I thought maybe you guys could help me out?
I do not like childish games, it needs a little action in it.Thanks in advance

sim city? populous? Also Dark Cloud has a bit of village building in.

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Got those already ;)
Ill check out on Dark Cloud :)Thanks

If your still looking for a game Dawn of Discovery is excellent.

Age of the empire?