What are the salient details of a setting?

Question

The important events of the plot

The time and place of a story

The descriptions of the main characters

Answer 1

The physical environment, including the geography, climate, and architecture

The social and cultural context, including the customs, traditions, and values of the society

The atmosphere or mood created by the setting

The sensory details that create a sense of place, such as sounds, smells, and textures

The historical or political context, including any relevant events or conflicts

The symbolic or metaphorical significance of the setting in relation to the themes or messages of the story.