Game of Thrones: Gaztelugatxe, the Real-Life Dragonstone
HBO's hit series uses stunning Spanish island as filming location
Picturesque islet off the coast of Basque Country becomes iconic setting in Westeros
Fans of the popular HBO series Game of Thrones will be excited to learn that one of the show's most iconic locations is a real-world destination that can be visited.
Gaztelugatxe, an islet off the coast of the Basque Country in Spain, served as the filming location for the fictional island of Dragonstone, the ancestral home of the Targaryen family. The island's dramatic cliffs and rugged terrain create a stunning backdrop for the show's scenes set on Dragonstone.
Gaztelugatxe is a popular tourist destination in its own right, and visitors can take a boat trip from the mainland to the island. The island is home to a small chapel, which is said to have been built by Saint John the Baptist. Visitors can also climb the 231 steps to the top of the island, where they will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline.
If you're planning a trip to Spain, be sure to add Gaztelugatxe to your itinerary. It's a unique and beautiful destination that will transport you to the world of Game of Thrones.
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