Aside from the drama, dragons, and death, one of the most stunning aspects of the Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon, is the breathtaking scenery. Those who follow the new series will be transported around Europe, from England to Portugal and Spain. The new fantasy drama from HBO chronicles the Targaryen civil war as the children of King Viserys I Targaryen battle for the Iron Throne. There are some truly breathtaking backdrops to the events that unfold, and we’ll cover our top three picks in the following article.
Monsanto, Portugal
Located in central Portugal, Monsanto is a UNESCO world heritage site known as the City of Stones. In the show, it’s the doppelganger for Dragonstone, the ancestral home of the Targaryan family. The Targaryen family ruled Dragonstone before King’s Landing fell, and Robert Baratheon took the Iron Throne, then gave Dragonstone to his brother Stannis. To remind yourself how the characters in the show are related to one another, ExpressVPN have put together a helpful overview of the Targaryen family tree. Monsanto is situated close to the Spanish border and features houses that are carved directly into the rock, the first of which was carved over 500 years ago. With gorgeous hillside views, rock outcrops, and rustic architecture, it’s no surprise that this picturesque village was chosen as a location for the Game of Thrones prequel.
La Calahorra, Grenada, Spain
Situated in eastern Granada, the municipality of La Calahorra becomes Pentos, which is one of the cities next to the seas of Westeros. One of the main landmarks of this area is the Castillo de La Calahorra, which is a Renaissance-inspired medieval castle that was built between 1509-1512, located on a hill at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. In the show, the castle is the seat of House Targaryen.
St Michael’s Mount, Mounts Bay, Cornwall, England
The stunning St Michael’s Mount is a rocky island that’s accessible by foot at low tide. Here you’ll find a medieval 12th-century church, a castle, and an intimate community. Since the mid-1600s, the castle has been home to the St Aubyn family, who still reside there to this day. It is the location for the House of the Dragon’s fictional home of House Velaryon, Driftmark, which is situated in Blackwater Bay. Driftmark was also featured in Game of Thrones during the Battle of Blackwater.
Near St Michael’s Mount, you’ll find Kynance Cove, which boasts white sands, turquoise waters, and caves that can be explored by the adventurous. This gorgeous cove is used in the show for a Velaryon camp. There are various other English beaches featured in the show, including the seaside hill at the Hartland Quay in Devon and Holywell Bay.
With a budget of around $20 million per episode, this is one of the most expensive shows in recent history. The talent of the film crew, coupled with the stunning landscapes in House of the Dragon, create an awe-inspiring and immersive cinematic experience that has enthralled viewers since the first episode.
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