The land of
Lórien was probably founded at the time of the
Great Journey during the
Years of the Trees, though this is uncertain; the golden
Mallorn trees that gave it its name were not planted until at least the
Second Age
On the banks of the river
Celebrant, to the southeast of
Khazad-dûm
Primarily
Silvan Elves, though led by members of the
Noldor and
Sindar later in the land's history
A reference to the golden leaves of the
Mallorn trees