Korean dramas set in vibrant locales

Korean dramas are driven by romantic narratives, chaebol set-ups and engaging stories, what aptly complements these entertainers is the set-up. From the picturesque locales of Switzerland in Crash Landing on You to the seaside village of Pohang in Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha - Korean dramas have blended beautiful locations in their narratives. For the wanderlust in you, here’s a list of K-Dramas shot in vibrant locales…

This drama narrates the journey of a dentist named Yoon Hye-jin (Shin Min-a) who opens her clinic in a fictional village of Gongjin. The seaside locales captured in this drama, actually belong to the town of Pohang, set on the southeast coast of South Korea. From an endless view of the sea and beautiful beaches - Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha feels like a warm hug.

This sensational drama gave a scenic glimpse of Switzerland. The lead couple, Yoon Se-ri played by Son Ye-jin and Captain Ri Jeong-hyeok played by Hyun Bin cross paths for the first time in Switzerland. Crash Landing on You captures the breathtaking views of the Interlaken and Iseltwald’s wooden pier. Interestingly, the global success of this series saw tourists flocking Iseltwald.

This fantasy drama narrates the story of immortal goblin Kim Shin, played by Gong Yoo, who is in search of his bride. He has the power to teleport and takes viewers to Quebec City in Canada. This series navigates they city landscape, introducing the audience to the magnificent Hotel Fairmont Le Château Frontenac and the Fontaine de Tourny among others.

Lee Min Ho plays the clever conman Heo Joon Jae in this fantasy drama which has major portions shot in Spain. He crosses paths with a mermaid named Shim Chung, played by Jun Ji-hyun. Their fiery chemistry travels across the exotic locales of Barcelona and Girona.