Taniquetil is a fictional mountain in J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium, specifically in the stories of The Silmarillion. It is known as the highest mountain in the world of Arda and serves as the dwelling place of the god-like being Manwë and his spouse, Varda. The mountain is often associated with beauty and majesty, symbolizing the divine and the connection between the earthly realm and the heavens. Taniquetil is located in the region of Valinor, which is a paradise for the immortal Elves and other divine beings.