HBOs Game of Thrones is famous for its blood and betrayal, and the visually appealing graphics and direction by R.R. Martin are worth appraising for creating the complicated world of Game of Thrones. Not just that, their filmings locations have some of the most mind-blowing and iconic landscapes from Seville, Spain to Croatia, Iceland, and Northern Island. The main headquarter for production is in Paint Hall studios in Belfast, where most of the interior sets are located such as Red keep, Iron throne, whereas in all the seasons they have chosen exotic locations, like in season 1 they were in Malta, for the scenes set in the Free City of Pentos and in King’s landing to showcase the city of seven kingdom. In season 2 Iceland and Croatia were chosen for the scenic old city of Dubrovnik where medieval walls right on the coast, portray King’s Landing with pride. Moreover, their shooting in Iceland and Croatia continued till season 5 and covered lot many places in these countries. Although, their night’s watch expedition was shifted to shoot in Iceland’s national park to get the shooting done in real glaciers and bring out the real life experience of ‘beyond the wall’. In Season 3, production moved to Morocco to represent the cities Astapor and Yunkai in Slaver’s Bay. Thus here we have collated some of the most iconic locations from the series, which you can take a tour and explore.
Northern Ireland, as they call is not just a destination but a story to tell, a memory to cherish and journey to discover. The place is amazing, mesmerizing and perfect picturesque that you can simply not miss out on. Known for its rich castles, valleys, mountains and Christian mountains the place stands tall for its historic importance and has tons to exciting places to see and get soaked in its beauty. And not to forget the country is known for its beautiful coastline and winding cliff top that stays with you forever.
Although planning a trip to Northern Ireland can be a bit overwhelming because there is a lot to do. Here are few must visit places hat can make your trip simply amazing.
1. Belfast
The capital city Belfast is a must to explore on your visit to Northern Ireland. The city of great music and one of the most sought after food destinations Belfast is known to be the birthplace of legendary ocean liner Titanic.Belfast also is so much popular for it’s lovely people, culture and history.
2. Game of Thrones filming locations
If you are one of the Game of Thrones fan, you would probably want to see the exotic locations of it’s filming. Northern Ireland was chosen as one of the locations to shoot in the stunning landscape. You should definitely go on a tour and witness some of these beautiful location.
3. Botanical Gardens
You can witness some lush greenery and tropical plants. Belfast Botanical Garden hosts a lot of exotic plants, birds and glasshouse architecture. This one of the must visit place if you want to witness the serenity of Northern Island.
4. Causeway Coastal Route
One of the best coastal drivers to bring to you one of the most beautiful and breathtaking experiences. You can also walk along the Gobbins Cliff Path to the County Antrim Coast and experience the majestic view of the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge and beautiful Rathlin Island.
5. Mourne Mountains
Northern Ireland largest mountain ranges, Mourne Mountains is one of the favourite place for the mountaineers and rock climbers or anyone looking for adventure sports and adrenaline rush. This range of mountain is quite odd to describe with a 35 km dry stone wall and 40 tonne boulder, the place is full of rugged structures making it one of the shoot locations for Game of Thrones
6. Home of Bushmills
One of the most popular drinks, Bushmills Irish Whisky is made at the Ireland’s oldest distillery in Northern Ireland. On your visit to Bushmills you can experience a guided tour around the distillery accompanied with whiskey tasting, smell and a visit to well stocked whiskey shop.
Northern Ireland, the place of fantastic landscape, dramatic culture and warmest history should definitely be the one of your bucket list: to make the memory of the lifetime
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