Some of the world's most heralded movies have been set at iconic locations. Each of these films have been part of award history, with at least one—and as many as 11—Academy Awards to its name.
is tied for the record for most wins. Though it was filmed entirely on sound stages at Cinecittá in Rome, most of the locations in the movie—widely regarded as one of the best ever made—are able to be seen in real life. This includes the Jaffa Gate, one of the entries to the Old City of Jerusalem. It was restored and cleaned in 2010.Getty; Murray Close/Gettyfranchise , Al-Khazneh doubles as a temple that houses the Holy Grail.
The movie tells the story of Karen Blixen, a Dane who moved to Africa to start a coffee plantation and whose story was chronicled in the memoir that inspired this beloved film, which won seven Academy Awards. The museum contains some of Blixen's original furniture and sits on the land that was once her plantation. It also features props from the Meryl Streep and Robert Redford movie.
The Forbidden City, with its elaborate gardens and numerous temples, features prominently in this nine-time Oscar winner. The film tells the story of Puyi, the last Emperor of China, who was born 500 years after the city's construction from 1406 to 1420. It was the first Western feature film granted permission by the People's Republic of China to film at the site.Park Hyatt Hotel, Tokyo
This romantic comedy—and Oscar winner for Best Original Screenplay—was filmed at temples, shrines and even country clubs throughout the city. One of the most notable locations in the film is the Park Hyatt Hotel. Here, the two main characters, played by Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson, meet for the first time. Head up to the bar on the 52nd floor to sip a drink where the pair met and enjoy a beautiful view of Tokyo.
A general view of the Shire is seen at the Hobbiton Movie Set where Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies were filmed, in Matamata, New Zealand.A visit to New Zealand is a must for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien. Locations throughout the country were used for filming both movies . At the top of the locations list is Matamata, which served as Hobbiton. The set is now open as an attraction to explore and even offers meals at The Green Dragon Inn.
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