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While the post-apocalyptic realm of HBO’sThe Last of Usmay not look particularly inviting, the real-life filming locations are among the most stunning destinations to visit in Canada. And don’t worry — clickers and infected have yet to be seen!
Canmore, Alberta
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In real life, Canmore is nestled in the Kananaskis Valley with surrounding views of the Rocky Mountains. It’s an ideal wintry escape that offers hiking, shopping, and aNordic spa experienceto entertain visitors.
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Heritage Park Historical Village
After Ellie and Joel enjoy a home-cooked meal for the first time in years, Tommy takes his brother to the town saloon to catch up. The two share a drink at the real-lifeHeritage Park Historical Village’s hotel replica,Wainwright Hotel, in Calgary, Alberta.
At the quaint bar, the brothers confront the tension from Joel after he searched for Tommy for years, only to find out that he’s been living a peaceful life with plenty of food and shelter. They also discuss the upcoming journey that Joel has to take in order to get Ellie safely to the Fireflies, a rebel militia group, in Colorado.
In real life, Heritage Park, Canada’s largest living history museum, boasts over 200 exhibits that explore the history of the country through unique attractions like the Wainwright Hotel. The replica also serves as a dinner reception venue that offers a dining room and authentic saloon as seen in the show.
Mount Royal University and Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Mount Royal University
The university setting that sets the scene for episode six’s epic cliffhanger took place at Calgary’sMount Royal UniversityandSouthern Alberta Institute of Technology, not the University of Eastern Colorado like it appears in the show.
During production, Calgary students watched their campuses transform into an abandoned site in dystopian America where the Firefly base is supposed to be located. Crew members even had to remove snow from campus grounds and add in sand and leaves to make it look more realistic.
source: people.com
