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Dates
Minas Tirith (originally called Minas Anor) was built c. II 3320; its gate was destroyed on 15 March III 3019, but later rebuilt
Location
At the eastern extent of the outer wall of Minas Tirith
Origins
Originally built by the early Gondorians
Race
Division
Culture
Settlements
The Gate led into the lowest circle of Minas Tirith
Pronunciation
Minas Tirith is pronounced 'mi'nas ti'rith' (all the 'i' sounds here are short, so Minas is pronounced like 'minnas')
Meaning
Other names
Gate of Gondor

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  • Updated 14 July 2014
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Great Gate of Minas Tirith

Entrance to the City of Gondor

The mighty gate of Minas Tirith, citadel of Gondor, leading from the lowest of its seven tiers out onto the Pelennor Fields.


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  • Updated 14 July 2014
  • Updates planned: 2

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