THE MUMAK AND KEEPMinas Tirith - Soldiers' Tier
The Mumak and Keep is an Inn located on the Solldiers' Tier of Minias Tirith within Central Gondor. The central attraction at this multi-level Inn is the giant Mumakil mock up that utilizes an actual Mumakil skull. This immense "statue", for the lack of a better term, is utilized by the soldiers for target practice. Because a Mumakil, or Oliphant, is six times larger than a real elephant, it requires precision and accuracy in order to bring one down in battle. The fare is average for an Inn this size, and the tavern keep is more than happy to serve travelers. |
THE SOUTHERN GREAT GUESTHOUSEMinas Tirith - Citadel Tier
The Southern Great Guesthouse is located on the uppermost Citadel Tier of Minas Tirith within Central Gondor. While this establishment is more of a feasting hall rather than a tavern because it lacks a bar, kitchen, or any other recognizable feature you would see in most taverns in Middle Earth. It was included on this list only because of the Tavern Keep located just outside the front doors and that it sits on the uppermost level in the White City. |
THE SPLINTERED SHIELDMinas Tirith - Soldiers' Tier
The Splintered Shield on the Soldiers' Tier of Minas Tirith within Central Gondor is one of the largest in all of Gondor. This multi-level Inn features two stories of feasting and drinking including multiple bars, a lower level kitchen, and a large area of multi-story barracks for the soldiers. As massive as this Inn is the most interesting aspect are the shields bearing the crests of many of the factions of Middle Earth adorning the walls. Add to the fact that there are numerous tavern keeps willing to quench the thirst or fill the belly of any traveler, and you have one Inn that should be added to your list of places to visit in Middle Earth. |