Gates of moria

The Doors of Durin or West-gate were built in the dark cliffs of the Silvertine mountain and protected the entrance to what became the Orc-hold of Moria, once the Dwarf kingdom of Khazad-dûm. The doors were bordered on each side by two ancient holly trees, symbolising the border of the Elven realm of Eregion or Hollin. The doors were notable for being inlaid with ithildin, which only reflected starlight or moonlight. Until the Second Age, the primary entrance to Khazad-dûm had been the…

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“On this day in T.A. 3019: after escaping the wargs, the Fellowship of the Ring reach the West-gate of Moria, the Doors of Durin. Speak, friend, and enter! #OTD #LOTR #Tolkien Image: Moria by Lída Holubová”

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