[Yonhap Imagine] Sancheong-gun, a Healing Destination... Popular as Drama and Movie Filming Locations

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Hwangmaesan, Namsa Traditional Village, and Donguibogam Village among the Locations for 14 Productions

Sancheong-gun in Gyeongsangnam-do is a region that frequently appears in movies and dramas due to its natural beauty and stunning landscapes, which add significance and value to works, especially with its splendid backdrops.

Scenes such as soldiers running across the vast Hwangmaesan silver grass fields, a king and queen strolling through the serene stone-wall alleys of Namsa Traditional Village, and lovers making wishes in front of the rocks in Donguibogam Village depict Sancheong's appearance in various dramas and movies such as "The Crowned Clown" (2019), "Thousand Years of Love" (2005), and "Please Don't Date Him" (2023).

So far, a total of 14 productions have featured Sancheong's beautiful landscapes, providing viewers with memorable experiences.

Major productions include four movies like "Joint Security Area" (2000), "Oldboy" (2003), "Heaven" (2005), and "The Gifted Hands" (2012), and ten dramas like "Jumong" (2006), "The Legend" (2007), "The Kingdom of the Winds" (2008), "Will It Snow for Christmas?" (2009), "Mr. Sunshine" (2018), "The Crowned Clown" (2019), "Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency" (2019), "River Where the Moon Rises" (2020), "Jirisan" (2021), and "Please Don't Date Him" (2023).

Key filming locations include Hwangmaesan, Namsa Traditional Village, Donguibogam Village, Cheonwangbong Peak, and Gyeonghogang River.

Especially, the Donguibogam and Namsa Traditional Villages featured in the recently popular drama "Please Don't Date Him" aired on tvN and Netflix have attracted many tourists, sparking interest among viewers.

Sancheong-gun, often referred to as "Samcheong" for its clear mountains, clear waters, and good-hearted people, has been a place where one's mother's mountain, Mt. Jirisan Cheonwangbong, embraces the region. Climbing to the top of Cheonwangbong, the highest peak in Mt. Jirisan, offers a panoramic view of endless mountain ranges.

In the drama "Jirisan," there is a scene where Ju Ji-hoon (as Kang Hyeon-jo) stands at the summit of Cheonwangbong, looking out over the vast landscape next to the Cheonwangbong marker.

Sancheong's excellent agricultural and specialty products represent its clean natural environment well. The over 1,000 types of herbs native to Sancheong naturally showcase the town's image as the "Clean Herb Valley."

Sancheong agricultural products have been introduced on broadcasts such as KBS's "6 O'Clock My Hometown" and EBS's "Korea Travel," capturing the attention of viewers nationwide. Scenes of harvesting and tasting organic bananas, mountain garlic, and Siberian chives have been featured on these broadcasts.

Furthermore, Sancheong has been introduced on entertainment programs like KBS's "1 Night 2 Days" and IHQ's "Self-sufficient Expedition," showcasing various locations and bringing laughter to viewers.

The appearance of Sancheong in the documentary program "Human Theater" moved viewers' hearts, capturing the nostalgic scenes of our lives in the green nature.

A county official said, "The wide plains, serene villages, and various experiential sites of Sancheong depicted on the screen reveal the unique charm of Sancheong," adding, "Traveling to the famous spots of Sancheong featured in the works will inevitably make you fall in love with the charm of this place."

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