Stannis Baratheon’s volcanic island stronghold. Pyke: The rocky seat of the Greyjoys in the Iron Islands. Harrenhal: The massive, melted ruin in the Riverlands.
The ancestral home of the Starks, shown with its sprawling walls. The Wall: Always included to orient the northernmost plots.
The for Seasons 1 and 2 is a fan-favorite sequence that highlights the series' commitment to world-building through a clockwork, three-dimensional map. Unlike most shows, this intro is a functional navigational aid, evolving each week to show viewers exactly where the episode’s action takes place. Key Locations & Castles Game Of Thrones Extended Opening Castles From Seasons 1 2
The first Essos location to track Daenerys' journey.
While mostly faithful to the spirit of the books, some castles vary; for instance, the Eyrie is significantly larger in the show's intro than its book description. Stannis Baratheon’s volcanic island stronghold
Added as the Stark/Lannister conflict moved into the Riverlands and Vale. Season 2 Additions:
For fans interested in seeing these designs in person, the Game of Thrones Studio Tour in Banbridge features actual sets and high-detail props that inspired these mechanical models. The ancestral home of the Starks, shown with
The "Greatest City that Ever Was or Will Be," where Daenerys spends much of the season. Design & Symbolism