Larës

Larës are a group of fictional Elven settlements in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium. They are described as being located in the region of Rhovanion, in what is now the northeastern part of Middle-earth. The Larës are said to be one of the oldest and most ancient of the Elven settlements in Middle-earth.

According to Tolkien's writings, the Larës were founded by the Elves who inhabited the region of Ossiriand, also known as Beleriand, in the First Age of Middle-earth. These Elves were said to be of the Noldor, Lindon, and Vanyar kindreds. Over time, the Larës became a significant cultural and economic center in Rhovanion, with its own system of government, laws, and traditions.

The Larës are also mentioned in connection with the kingdom of Rhovanion, which was a Northman kingdom that existed in the Second Age. During this time, the Larës were said to be allies of the Northmen and played an important role in the history of Rhovanion. Tolkien's writings suggest that the Larës were eventually absorbed into the kingdom of Rhovanion, and their culture and traditions were influenced by the Northmen.

Despite their significant history, the Larës are relatively little mentioned in Tolkien's published works. However, they are an important part of the broader history of Middle-earth and the world of the Elves in Tolkien's mythology.