6 House Of The Dragon Shooting Locations Every Die-Hard Fan Must Know About

The House Of The Dragon season finale dropped on October 24 on Hotstar and shook up its fans. The last episode had bloodshed, dragons fighting, and drama. Much like its sequel Game Of Thrones, fans of the show have always been fascinated by its shooting locations.

So far, we have seen palaces and aerial views of cities over which dragons have flown. Have you been able to figure out the location where the scenes have been shot? Scroll down to know.

Derbyshire, England

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Situated on the lofty peaks of Derbyshire is a quaint village named Castletown. It was also one of the primary shoot locations for Game Of Thrones. A castle here is the filming location for The Vale of Arryn in the show, from where enemies were pushed through the infamous moon door.

The limestone formation and surrounding mountains make it an exquisite spot for shooting a mediaeval drama like House Of The Dragon. Other than the castle, Eldon Hill Quarry, Cave Dale and Market Place have also been spotted in various scenes of the series. One can take a bus or tram service from London to Derbyshire. It is a hassle-free ride.

La Calahorra, Spain

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If you have watched Game Of Thrones, you would remember Pentos. It was a city located near Westeros. While it had a different name in the fictional world, in the real world, it is La Calahorra, a municipality in the east of Granada, Spain.

In House Of The Dragon, it is portrayed as the House of Targaryen. The castle is called Castillo de La Calahorra amongst natives. Granada has an airport, however, it is only a couple of hours' ride from Seville.

Surrey And Hampshire, England

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Well, by now, it would be an understatement to say that England is the favourite spot for the shooting of House Of The Dragon and Game Of Thrones. In the first episode of HotD a tournament takes place in the King’s Landings. It happened at a hill fort in Surrey and Hampshire in Caesar’s Camp.

If you are an avid traveller, it must be on your bucket list. Apart from picturesque views, it is known for its natural reserves. It is only an hour's distance from London. You can either take a taxi, train or bus.

Monsanto, Portugal

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The ancestral home of the House Targaryen is located in a town in the centre of Monsanto, Portugal. It was created over five centuries ago and is among 12 historical villages in the country.

Its old charms and aesthetic surroundings make it the favourite location to shoot period dramas like Games Of Thrones and House Of The Dragon. A castle named Penha Garcia has been shown in the series because it overlooks a stunning view.

Cornwall, England

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Lush greenery, blue ocean water and mediaeval churches make Cornwall an impeccable location to shoot dramas. Its rustic charms add grace to a scene that fictionally existed ages ago.

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Its main castle has been showcased as the House Velaryon in Backwater Bay. Kynance Cove, a place situated nearby, was shown as a Velaryon camp. In the fifth episode, King Viserys I and Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen visited the Velaryon family.

Cáceres, Spain

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Cáceres is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. According to the official website, it is a city with a history of battles between Christians and Moors. Its buildings are a blend of Italian Renaissance, Islamic, Roman and Northern Gothic styles.

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Whenever you have seen the King’s Landings in either Game Of Thrones or House Of The Dragon, it was this old town built in the 15th and 16th centuries as a trade route.

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