Here are some of the filming locations used to create the beautiful scenery of Naboo. The amazing backdrops brought Naboo to life for all Star Wars fans.
| Fact | Information |
|---|---|
| Planet | Naboo |
| System | Chommell Sector |
| Region | Mid Rim |
| Climate | Temperate |
| Terrain | Grass plains, rolling hills, swamps, forests, oceans |
| Population | Humans, Gungans |
| Affiliation | Galactic Republic, Separatist Alliance, Galactic Empire |
| Key Locations | Theed, Lake Country, Gungan Sacred Place, Otoh Gunga |
| Featured in Star Wars Films | Episode I: The Phantom Menace, Episode II: Attack of the Clones, Episode III: Revenge of the Sith |
| Notable Inhabitants | Padmé Amidala, Jar Jar Binks, Boss Nass, Queen Apailana |
Lake Como, Italy
Lake Como is a picturesque lake in Lombardy, Northern Italy. Its stunning landscapes and waters have been used as a filming location for many movies, including Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. The lake was used to portray the serene scenery of Naboo, including the stunning villa where Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala spend time together.
Caserta Palace, Italy
Caserta Palace is a majestic royal palace in southern Italy. Its grandiose architecture and vast gardens were used as the filming location for the interior of Queen Amidala’s palace in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. The palace was also used as a set for other notable films, such as Mission: Impossible III and Angels & Demons.
Plaza de España, Spain
Plaza de España is a square in Seville, Spain, known for its beautiful architecture and design. The square was used as a filming location for Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones to create the stunning Theed Palace on Naboo. The square’s intricate tile work and classical design make it the perfect location to portray the regal and sophisticated aesthetic of Naboo.
Villa del Balbianello, Italy
Villa del Balbianello is a beautiful villa located on the tip of a wooded peninsula in Lake Como, Italy. The villa’s stunning architecture and serene surroundings were used as a filming location for the romantic balcony scene between Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala in Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. The villa’s picturesque gardens and scenic views make it a popular tourist attraction and a perfect location for filming.
Whippendell Woods, UK
Whippendell Woods is a woodland area located in Hertfordshire, UK. Its dense and lush forests were used as a filming location for the Battle of Naboo in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. The location provided the perfect backdrop for the intense action scenes and lush greenery that was iconic to the planet of Naboo.
While Naboo itself may be fictional, its stunning scenery was brought to life using real-life filming locations that are just as breathtaking in person as they are on screen.
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