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Dates
Founded in II 2350
Location
Above the Mouths of Anduin, at the outflow of the River Sirith
Origins
A harbour city established by Númenóreans of the Faithful party
Race
Division
Culture
Built by Númenóreans, but occupied by Gondorians after the Downfall
Pronunciation
pe'larrgeerr ('rr' emphasises that the r sounds should be distinctly pronounced)
Meaning
'Garth1 of royal ships'

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Pelargir

Haven of the Kings of Gondor

Map of Pelargir

The greatest and most ancient of the havens of Gondor, on the northern shore of the wide River Anduin in the land of Lebennin.


Notes

1

A 'garth' in this sense is a walled or enclosed area. In this context, it implies that Pelargir and the ships in its port were protected from attack by strong city walls.

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