Lake-town is a fictional settlement from J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, specifically featured in "The Hobbit." It is a bustling community built on stilts over the waters of Long Lake, providing a unique and picturesque setting. The town is primarily inhabited by Men who engage in trade and fishing, relying on the lake for their livelihood. The architecture of Lake-town is characterized by wooden structures, with narrow streets and bridges connecting the buildings. Its proximity to the Lonely Mountain makes it a strategic location for commerce, especially during the events of the story when Bilbo Baggins and the Dwarves seek to reclaim their homeland.