Where were The Lord of the Rings movies filmed?
The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson and based on . Tolkien’s epic fantasy novels, was primarily filmed in New Zealand. The stunning landscapes of New Zealand provided the perfect backdrop for the fictional world of Middle-earth. Various locations throughout both the North Island and the South Island were used to depict different parts of Middle-earth. Some of the notable filming locations include:
1. Matamata: The village of Hobbiton, including Bilbo and Frodo Baggins’ hobbit holes, was constructed on a farm near Matamata on the North Island.
2. Wellington: The capital city of New Zealand served as the base of operations for much of the production, including Weta Workshop and Weta Digital, which were responsible for the film’s special effects.
3. Tongariro National Park: The Tongariro National Park on the North Island was used to depict the land of Mordor, including Mount Doom (Mount Ngauruh