Where was Wheel of Time filmed?

Thе Whееl of Timе is an American high fantasy TV sеriеs dеvеlopеd by Rafе Judkins for Amazon Primе Vidеo. It's an adaptation of Robеrt Jordan's book sеriеs of thе samе namе, with Brandon Sandеrson contributing. The story rеvolvеs around Moirainе, a mеmbеr of thе Aеs Sеdai, who with hеr Wardеr, Lan, еmbarks on a quеst to locatе a group of fivе young villagеrs hailing from thе sеcludеd Two Rivеrs rеgion of Andor. Moirainе bеliеvеs that onе of thеsе individuals is thе rеincarnation of thе Dragon, an immеnsеly powеrful channеlеr rеsponsiblе for world-altеring еvеnts.

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, China - The Pinnacle Scenery

In the pilot episode, Aes Sedai led by Liandrin Guirale chases two mysterious men. This breathtaking sequence was filmed in the Czech or Slovenian countryside, but the towering stone pillars in the background are none other than the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in China. This stunning location, which inspired James Cameron's Avatar, adds an otherworldly touch to the series.

Rakov Skocjan Valley, Slovenia - The Stone Bridge

In another scene, a group of women crosses a small stone bridge over a stream. This picturesque location is the Rakov Skocjan Valley in Slovenia, a region famous for its karst caves and natural beauty.

Velika Korita Soce, Slovenia - The Wild Waters

When Egwene takes a daring plunge into a river, she finds herself in the Great Soča Gorge in northwestern Slovenia. This wild and emerald-green stream offers not only a thrilling setting but also opportunities for rafting and hiking.

Two Rivers - The Charming Village

Two Rivers, the remote mountain village where the story begins, was constructed in a quarry just outside of Prague. The village, complete with houses designed to be burned down for a dramatic Trolloc attack, required an impressive 145 days of filming during the first season.

Mangart Saddle, Slovenia

Rand and Egwene's memorable moment sitting on a rock with mountain views was filmed at Mangart Saddle in Slovenia. This high mountain pass in the Julian Alps offers breathtaking panoramic vistas.

Napoleon’s Bridge, Slovenia

The stone bridge featured in several scenes of the first episode is Napoleon’s bridge, situated across the Nadiža River in Slovenia. It was constructed during the Napoleonic Wars and served as a backdrop for the company's escape from the Dark One's Army.

Jordan Studios

Due to a long production waitlist in Prague, the showrunners decided to establish their own studio, Jordan Studios, named after the series' author. This studio hosted key locations such as the White Tower, the city of Tar Valon, and the fallen city of Shadar Logoth, all featured in the second episode.

Shadar Logoth

The abandoned city of Shadar Logoth combines elements of Indian and Czech architecture. The interior of the temple is a real location—the former German Church of St. Wenceslas in Vysluni, Czechia, transformed with Indian-inspired props.

Other locations of the Wheel of Time

Velebit Nature Park, Croatia

In episode three, Rand and Mat hike through the Velebit Nature Park mountains in Croatia, offering stunning vistas along the Adriatic coast.

Breen's Spring

Following their hike, Rand and Mat arrive at Breen's Spring, filmed at the Quarry Great America, also known as the Czech Grand Canyon. This location was previously featured in the series Britannia.

Pravcicka brana, Czech Republic

Lan Mandragoran's scene was filmed at Pravcicka Brana, a famous archway formation in the Bohemian Switzerland area, also featured in other productions like Britannia and Carnival Row.

Ghealdan - Spain's Segovia Castle

The city of Ghealdan, featured in episode four, is none other than Segovia in Spain. The castle in this scene is the Alcazar of Segovia, now a military museum.

Tar Valon Volcano

In episode five, Tar Valon and the White Tower are brought to life with CGI, featuring the Concepcion Volcano from Ometepe Lake in Nicaragua as the imposing Dragonmount mountain.

The White Tower

The White Tower's design draws inspiration from the Bahá'í House of Worship in Wilmette, Illinois, known for its intricate nine-sided structure and lush gardens promoting unity among all faiths.

Streets of Tar Valon

Comparing the streets of Shadar Logoth and Tar Valon, you'll notice that the showrunners utilized the same studio sets with minor modifications, creating distinct atmospheres for each location.

Manetheren

The setting where the Whitecloaks capture Egwene and Perrin is the Harfenice caves and rock reliefs near Zelizy in the Czech Republic, known for its intricate sandstone sculptures.

Fal Dara

In episode seven, the company reaches the fortress city of Fal Dara, filmed in Terezín, an 18th-century military-walled town in Czechia.

The Eye of the World

In episode eight, Moiraine and Rand visit the circular pit known as The Eye of the World, inspired by the step-wells of western India. These ancient structures, designed to secure water during droughts, feature a series of descending steps.

Seanchan Fleet

The last scene on the continent's western shore was filmed at Benijo Beach in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain, providing a stunning backdrop.

The New Second Season Locations

As fans eagerly await the second season, some new locations have been unveiled:

• Adeleas and Verin's Home - This historic Masseria called Lo Spagnulo in Puglia, Italy, serves as the countryside home for Adeleas and Verin.

• A Taste of Solitude - The Calanchi Di Aliano near Matera, Italy, offers a lunar-like setting for Perrin and Loial's quest.

• The Foregate Cairhien - The Foregate scenes were filmed at the Barrandov Studio in the Czech Republic.

• Strangers and Friends: A Gothic Fortress - The scenes featuring a dead Fade were shot at the Kestrany Fortress in the Czech Republic.

• Chotesov Abbey: A Medical Facility - Scenes with Rand and Logain in a medical facility were filmed at Chotesov Abbey near Pilsen in the Czech Republic.

• The Wheel of Time Village - The village scenes were constructed in the Mělník District of Czechia.

• Daughter of the Night - The scenes featuring Ishamael were filmed at the Adršpach Rocks in the Czech Republic.

• Masseria Borzone: Lan, Alanna, and Her Warders - Scenes with Lan, Alanna, and her warders were filmed at Masseria Borzone near Montalbano in Apulia, Italy.