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1. HELM’S DEEP & MINAS TIRITH
Helm’s Deep was a deep fortified ravine in Rohan.
It remained a stronghold during battles in Lord of the Rings.
Minas Tirith was on one of the two towers, which stood at the
Western end of the White Mountains. It was a guard against
Sauron’s evil forces.

Where it was filmed
Dry Creek Quarry at the bottom of Haywards Hill Road.

2. THE GREAT RIVER ANDUIN
Flows from north between Misty Mountains and Mirkwood down
The eastern boarder of Rohan, past the mountain range enclosing
Mordor, and through Gindor to the Bay of Belfalas. The
Fellowship passes down the river after leaving Lorhlorien.

Where it was filmed
The Hutt River from Moonshine Bridge around to Poets Park.

3. ISENGARD
Ancient Gindorian fortress at the southern end of the Misty
Mountains, facing Rohan. Inside its circle was the almost
impregnable tower of Orthane. It’s the stronghold of evil
wizard Saruman in the Two Towers.

Where it was filmed
Harcourt Park, Upper Hutt

4. RIVENDELL
Also known as Imladris, Rivendell was built as a refuge and
Rallying place for elves.

Where it was filmed
Kaitoke Regional Park