Mithlond "Grey Havens"

Founded by Cirdan after the Fall of Beleriand Mithlond (S. "Grey Haven", Os. "Mídlond", Q. "Mistelondê," Ad. "Nilazrakadar", "Shadowy-sea-city", W. "Namribas", "Elfwich") was ruled by Círdan and his advisors directly; it was the only part of Lindon to be guided by a structured group instead of by a noble house or community councils.. Mithannúnlond (S. "Grey-West-Haven") and Mithrhûlond (S. "Grey-East-Haven") were the proper names of the two cities. The harbors, Mithannúnlond on the west shore of the Gulf of Lhûn and Mithrhûlond on the east, make up the city. Traffic across the Gulf in swift and graceful Elven craft is quite regular. At night, the lanterns on the prows of Elven craft make the Gulf dance with sparkling lights. As with most Elf-cities, Mithlond is a place of magic and beauty. Most Men avoid Mithlond out of fear, and the Elves see little reason to meddle in the petty affairs of mortal races. However, Mithlond is an open city, and the Elves would not turn away an honest traveler who sought their gates, although their welcome might appear cool to those not versed in their ways.

Demographics

Of the twin cities the inhabitants were half Nandor with the other half being split between Nodlor and Sindar amounting to 9,200: 7,000 in Mithrhûlond and 2,200 in Mithannûlond in 1432 T.A.. Its symbol was that of a White Pelannun on a Blue Field.

Founding Date

1 S.A.

Founders