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Video: 11 real-life 'Game of Thrones' filming locations you can actually visit

Video: 11 real-life 'Game of Thrones' filming locations you can actually visit BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND - AUGUST 13: A Game of Thrones fan takes a 'selfie' beside a plaque at Ballintoy Harbour on August 13, 2015 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. According to recent audited figures from Northern Ireland Screen, the HBO produced fantasy adventure television series Game of Thrones has contributed an estimated £110m to the Northern Ireland economy. Many local companies have profited from providing services during production creating more than 900 full-time and 5,700 part-time jobs in the process. Due to the popularity of the series various locations highlighted on screen have become tourist attractions around the province. Ballintoy Harbour doubled as the Iron Islands in the series and featured the character Theon Greyjoy played by actor Alfie Allen. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images) (Charles McQuillan)
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While the land of Westeros is fictional, several of the filming locations from the popular "Game of Thrones" HBO series are completely real and worth the visit.

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According to Business Insider, Northern Ireland is home to some of the big hot spots such as Magheramorne Quarry, which is used for Castle Black and The Wall.

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Lake Myvatn, which is just south of the Arctic Circle, is known as what lies “Beyond the Wall” in the series.

The walled city on the Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik, is the site of the infamous King’s Landing.

Watch the video below by Business Insider to learn about the other popular "Game of Thrones" filming locations:

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