High Hrothgar (Skyrim)

High Hrothgar sits atop the seven thousand steps to the Throat of the World, which is the highest mountain in Skyrim and second highest in Tamriel (Red Mountain from Morrowind is the highest). The ancient Greybeards reside here, living in absolute silence to better attune themselves to the voice of the sky. The Nords believe that they were created by Kyne when the sky breathed onto the peak of the mountain, which is also known as Snow-Throat. It is possible that Hrothgar has a mystical connection with the vanished Falmer. The seven thousand steps leading to High Hrothgar begin in Ivarstead across the bridge in the north-west side of town. At times you may see pilgrims taking the seven thousand steps as a way to meditate, or read the emblems along the way. There are ten emblems, that tell the story of Dragons, Men and the power of the Voice. While reading the last one, the character will be granted a blessing : for twenty-four hours, animals will neither attack him nor run away from him. A multitude of animals and beasts inhabit the mountain side, including Ice Wraiths, Frost Trolls, Sabre Cats, and Wolves. The Greybeards teach the Dragonborn Dragon Shouts including Whirlwind Sprint.

At the base of the stairs, there is a man with supplies meant to be taken up to the Greybeards. You can offer to deliver them for him.

Behind the Scenes
Hrothgar was a legendary Danish king who lived in the early 6th century. He is prominent in the epic poem Beowulf.