6 Scenic K-Dramas Filmed In Central And Eastern Europe

Find out about these 6 K-Dramas filmed in Central and Eastern Europe such as in Greece, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovenia, Croatia, and Switzerland!

Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap Editor
6 min to read · Published : Mar 21, 2023

6 Scenic K-Dramas Filmed In Central And Eastern Europe

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K-Dramas are not only limited to the Korean peninsula. It's not unusual for the production staff to take audiences on a global adventure, filming in places like Canada, the United States, and Europe. Through these filming locations, viewers are able to see and experience even the tiniest bit of Europe's various cultures and landscapes.

Now, there are many wonderful countries that make up the European continent. K-Drama staff have an abundance of shooting locations to choose from, allowing the audience to traverse all across Europe without leaving the comfort of their home. After going through the 6 K-Dramas filmed in Western Europe, it is time to look at the series filmed in Central and Eastern Europe. Check them out down below!

Note: the terms western, central and eastern Europe have different delimitations depending on concepts.

1. “Descendants of the Sun” - Greece

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“Descendants of the Sun” was a legendary K-Drama that many continue to talk about today. The drama featured a star-studded cast in Song JoongKi, Song HyeKyo, Jin Goo, and Kim JiWon. The drama depicts the enthralling romance between special forces officer Yoo ShiJin (Song JoongKi) and surgeon Kang MoYeon (Song HyeKyo).

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Filming locations for the drama spanned outside of Korea and brought viewers to the lovely country of Greece. K-Drama fans were able to visit locations like Navagio Beach in Zakynthos Island, Arachova. Fans were not only limited to traveling on land, but were brought across the clear, pristine waters too. After "Descendants of the Sun" ended, many made travel plans to Greece to visit the iconic filming locations.

2. “Are You Human Too?” - Czech Republic

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"Are You Human Too?" was a heartfelt and action-packed series that touched upon the topics of humanity. It starred the lovely Seo KangJoon and Gong SeungYeon as its main leads. It tells the story of android Nam Shin III (Seo KangJoon) who stands in place of the son of a rich family when the real Nam Shin falls into a coma. He meets Kang SoBong (Gong SeungYeon) who teaches him what it's like to be human.

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"Are You Human Too?" was partly filmed in Czech Republic in Karlovy Vary. The splendid architecture and daily life of the residents could be seen at the beginning of the drama. The scenes shot there had a rustic vibe, invoking feelings of warm nostalgia. Seeing the local sights of the beautiful Czech Republic makes viewers want to take the next flight out.

3. "Doctor Stranger" - Hungary

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"Doctor Stranger" was a riveting medical K-Drama with a story that spanned across multiple decades. The SBS series had a cast of Lee JongSuk, Jin SeYeon, Kang SoRa, and Park HaeJin. It revolves around genius heart surgeon Park Hoon (Lee JongSuk) who works at the prestigious Myeongwoo University Hospital. He works hard in order to bring his love interest, Song JaeHee (Jin SeYeon), from North Korea.

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Part of the filming for "Doctor Stranger" was done in Hungary, specifically in the city of Budapest. The scenes were dramatic and provided the viewers a glimpse of the prestigious buildings around the city. Regardless of the angle, there was an unending allure to Budapest that remains embedded in our hearts.

4. "Black Knight: The Man Who Guards Me" - Slovenia

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"Black Knight: The Man Who Guards Me" contains a riveting love story that stimulates every romantic cell in your body. The KBS series features a cast including Shin SaeKyeong, Kim RaeWon, Seo JiHye, and Jang MiHee. The drama revolves around the romance between Moon SooHo (Kim RaeWon) and Jung HaeRa (Shin SaeKyeong).

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"Black Knight: The Man Who Guards Me" was partly filmed in the beautiful country of Slovenia. It was later revealed that the specific filming locations can be found in Bled Castle, Logar Valley, Kranj, Ljubljana, and Predjama Castle, among many more. The cinematography was absolutely breathtaking, which can be accounted to the gorgeous scenery of Slovenia. Just one look will put you at ease for the rest of the day!

5. "Dear My Friends" - Slovenia and Croatia

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"Dear My Friends" was a complete tearjerker of a drama. It featured an older and mature cast of Go HyunJung, Kim HyeJa, Na MoonHee, Go DooShim, Park WonSook, and Youn YuhJung. The series tells the story of translator, Park Wan (Go HyunJung), who constantly gets called by her mother, Jang NanHee (Kim HyeJa), to hang out with her elder friends.

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"Dear My Friends" was partially filmed in Slovenia, mainly in the city of Ljubljana (such as Preseren square, Mesarski Most), Bled Island, Piran, and etc. In Croatia, the filming locations was set in places such as Rovinj. With the panned out shots, the drama really made you feel as if you were in the two countries yourself. And even if you didn't, you were sure to have been bit by the travel bug while watching the series.

6. "Crash Landing On You" - Switzerland

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"Crash Landing On You" was a legendary K-Drama that took the world by storm. Many were smitten by the love story between Captain Ri JungHyuk, played by Hyun Bin, and Yoon SeRi, played by Son YeJin. These two became an ideal couple, both on and off screen, and were embedded into the hearts of K-Drama fans everywhere.

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The tvN hit series was partially filmed in Switzerland, providing audiences with a scenic view of the Swiss alps, both from afar and up close. We also got to see areas like the lakeside of the quaint village Iseltwald, Lake Brienz, and so much more. Just one watch and you'll be itching to travel to Switzerland in no time.

Where would you like to visit from these scenic K-Dramas? Let us know in the comments!