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      • 2023 HallyuWiki's Top 40 Destinations: Journey to the Era of Romance with Historical Dramas "Our Blooming Youth" & "Love in the Moonlight"

        • 03/13/2024

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  • Seeking Romance in Jeolla-do Province

    Namwon & Jeonju in Jeollabuk-do, Suncheon & Damyang in Jeollanam-do

     

    l Locations: Namwon & Jeonju, Jeonbuk State; Suncheon & Damyang, Jeollanam-do   
    l Related Content: Drama <Our Blooming Youth>, <Love in the Moonlight>

     

    Jeolla-do, a sought-after filming location for fusion historical and romantic comedy dramas. Let's embark on a journey to the era where young souls, despite the hardships and adversities of their time, found, nurtured, and blossomed love amidst it all. In pursuit of romance.

     

    Gwanghalluwon Garden

     

    A place modeled after the palace of the Heavenly Emperor from legends, it stands as one of Korea's representative traditional gardens. A filming site for various dramas, including "Our Blooming Youth", "Under the Queen's Umbrella", and "Joseon Attorney", and famously recognized as the backdrop for the classic Korean novel "Chunhyangjeon." Make sure to visit Gwanghallu Pavilion, one of Korea's four major pavilions, and the Bridge of Love, Ojakgyo Bridge.

    • Gwanghalluwon Garden
    • Address: 1447 Yocheon-ro, Namwon-si, Jeollabuk-do (전북특별자치도 남원시 요천로 1447) Inquiries: +82-63-620-8905
    • Inquiries: +82-63-620-8905
    • Operating hours: Summer 08:00-21:00 / Winter 08:00-20:00 / Free admission after 18:00 / Free admission if wearing Hanbok

     

    Suncheon Naganeupseong Walled Town

     

    A traditional village that showcases the lives of Koreans from the Joseon era to the present. The thatched-roof houses packed together are charming, and the earthen walls and elegantly curved roofs are simple yet beautiful. From atop the fortress walls, one can gaze upon the landscape of the entire village, which served as the backdrop for the village where Min Jae-yi lived in "Our Blooming Youth".

    • Suncheon Naganeupseong Walled Town
    • Address: 6-4 Pyeongchon-ri, Nagan-myeon, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do (전라남도 순천시 낙안면 평촌리 6-4)
    • Inquiries: +82-61-749-8831
    • Operating hours: Feb-Apr, Oct 09:00-18:00 / May-Sep 08:30-18:30 / Nov-Dec 09:00-17:30
    • Website: https://www.suncheon.go.kr/nagan/

     

    Damyang Myeongokheon Garden

     

    A private garden constructed during the mid-Joseon era, featuring an intimate pavilion, square pond, and harmonious mix of flowering and pine trees. A 300-year-old crepe myrtle tree blossoms in a delicate pink during the summer, drawing photographers from all over the country. This was the place where Lee Young and Raon first met in "Love in the Moonlight".

    • Damyang Myeongokheon Garden
    • Address: 103 Husan-gil, Goseo-myeon, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do (전라남도 담양군 고서면 후산길 103)
    • Inquiries: +82-61-380-3752

     

    Gyeonggijeon Shrine

     

    A traditionally elegant space from the Joseon dynasty located right in the heart of the city. The main hall, stone walls, and bamboo forest enhance the historical ambiance of the TV series drama. Located within the bustling Jeonju Hanok Village, renowned for variety of foods and attractions, it's recommended to rent a Hanbok and stroll around nearby attractions like Jeondong Catholic Church.