Let’s discover some of the most beautiful places that appeared in historical dramas!
1. Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul
Dramas: “Kingdom” (2019), “My Sassy Girl” (2017), “The Royal Gambler” (2016), “Queen In-Hyun’s Man” (2012). Place: The Northern Palace, which was constructed in 1395, is often referred to as such due to its location. Compared to the other palaces, such as Gyeonghuigung and Changdeokgung, the Gyeongbokgung Palace is regarded as the most beautiful. You can read more about it here. Address: 161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
2. Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul
Dramas: “My Roommate Is A Gumiho” (2021), “Hotel del Luna” (2019), “Goblin” (2016) Place: The Bukchon Hanok Village is made up of hundreds of traditional houses, which are known as “Hanok,” that date back to the Joseon Dynasty. The name of the neighborhood, which literally means “Northern Village,” is due to its location, which is situated north of two important landmarks in Seoul, Jongno and Cheonggyecheon Stream. Today, many of these houses are used as cultural centers, restaurants, and guesthouses. You can read more about it here. Address: 37 Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
3. Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul
Dramas: “Rookie Historian Goo Hae Ryung” (2019), “The Red Sleeve” (2021), “The King’s Affection” (2021), “Kingdom” (2019), “The Crowned Clown” (2019), “Moonlight Drawn by Clouds” (2016), “The Royal Gambler” (2016), “Secret Door” (2014), “Rooftop Prince” (2012) Place: The Changdeokgung Palace was constructed in 1405 after Gyeongbukgung Palace was built. It served as the primary palace for the Joseon dynasty’s most prominent kings. It is one of the few remaining royal palaces that are well-preserved. The palace grounds are composed of a public palace area and a royal family residence building. The rear garden features a large tree that’s over 300 years old and a small pond. It’s also a place where the kings can rest. You can read more about it here. Address: 99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
4. Dae Jang Geum Park in Gyeonggi-do
Dramas : “The Red Sleeve” (2021), “Mr. Queen” (2020), “Tale Of The Nine Tailed” (2020), “The Tale of Nokdu” (2019), “Rookie Historian Goo Hae Ryung” (2019), “The Moon That Embraces the Sun” (2012), “Jumong” (2016), “The King’s Affection” (2021), “The King: Eternal Monarch” (2020) Place: One of the most popular historical dramas in Korea is “Dae Jang Geum Park,” which is located in Yongin. The park’s facilities are based on historical records and feature various semi-permanent structures that represent the lifestyle and architectural style of the past. The natural landscapes surrounding the park make visitors feel like they’re traveling back in time. You can read more about it here. Bonus: BTS’ Suga shot his music video “Daechwita” there! Address: 25, Yongcheon drama-gil, Baegam-myeon, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
5. Korean Folk Village in Gyeonggi-do
Dramas: “The Moon That Embraces The Sun” (2012), “100 Days My prince” (2018), “Kingdom” (2019), “Tale Of The Nine Tailed” (2020) Place: The Korean Folk Village aims to introduce visitors to the culture of the late Joseon period through various activities, such as cultural classes and shaman faith. It also features unique areas such as a farming village, a Confucian academy, a village street, and a nobleman’s house. You can read more about it here. Address: 90 Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
6. Suwon Hwaseong Fortress in Gyeonggi-do
Dramas: “Love In The Moonlight” (2016) Place: Suwon was one of the regional government centers during the Joseon dynasty. The fortress known as Hwaseong was built to protect the city from invaders. In December 1997, it was officially recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The fortress was constructed from the year 1794 until the year 1796, and it features an elevation of 5.7 kilometers. This structure was built to establish a new pioneer town. It also hosts various cultural events each year.You can read more about it here. Address: 320, Suseong-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea / 21, Changnyong-daero, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
7. Baekje Cultural Land in Chungcheongnam-do
Dramas: “Moon Lovers: Ryeo Scarlet Heart” (2016), “The Last Empress” (2018). Place: The Baekje Cultural Land was used for filming the drama “Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo.” It features a museum, a temple, a restaurant, and rest areas. This is a representation of the Kingdom of Baekje, which is depicted in the film. Address: 455 Baekjemun-ro, Gyuam-myeon, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
8. House of Choi ChamPan in Gyeonsangnam-do
Dramas: “Alchemy of Souls” (2022), “Love In The Moonlight” (2016) Place: One of the most prominent historical buildings in Suwon is the Choi Champan, which is a traditional Korean house that’s known for its setting of a Korean novel, “The Land” by Park GyeongRi. This structure is also very large and offers a fantastic view of the surrounding area. Through this house, visitors can get a deeper understanding of the culture of the late Joseon era. You can read more about it here. Address: 66-7 Pyeongsari-gil, Agyang-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
9. Woljeonggyo Bridge in Gyeonsangbuk-do
Dramas: “The King: Eternal Monarch” (2020) Place: The Woljeonggyo Bridge, which spans over a river in Gyo-dong, was constructed during the unified Silla period. Unfortunately, it was destroyed during the Joseon dynasty due to a fire. In April 2018, the bridge was reconstructed and became the largest wooden bridge in Korea. The first rebuilding of the bridge was from 2008 to 2013 and the finishing touches were added from April 2016 to April 2018. Address: 48 Gyo-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
10. Mungyeongsaejae Provincial Park in Gyeonsangbuk-do
Dramas: “Royal Secret Inspector Joy” (2021), “The King’s Affection” (2021), “Lovers of the Red Sky” (2020), “Haechi” (2019) Place: Mungyeong Saejae is a mountain pass in the middle of Korea. It is in the North Gyeongsang Province in a city called Mungyeong. It is yet another famous filming location for many historical dramas in Korea. Address: 932, Saejae-ro, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
11. Andong Hahoe Village in Gyeonsangbuk-do
Dramas: “Pachinko” (2022) Place: One of Korea’s most famous folk villages is Hahoe, which is surrounded by the Nakdonggang River. The village’s residents are descendants of the Pungsan clan. It is also classified as a UNESCO World Heritage. Address: 2-1, Hahoejongga-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
12. Saseongam Temple in Jeollanam-do
Dramas: “The King: Eternal Monarch” (2020), “Moon Lovers: Ryeo Scarlet Heart” (2016) Place: Saseongam is named after four monks who lived and studied in the area. It was established during the reign of King Seong of Baekje in 544 CE. The main hall features a Buddha that was reportedly carved using the fingernails of a monk named Wonhyo. The views from the building are said to be spectacular. Address: 189 Jukma-ri, Muncheok-myeon, Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do If you could add some places, what will you choose? Have you ever visited any of those K-Drama spots? Let us know in the comment below!
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