K-drama
The Glory filming locations
5 filming places you can visit · Aired 2022 · 더 글로리
Cheongna Lake Park
Seo-gu · 청라호수공원
The scene: The lakeside baduk park is where the two main characters first meet and play Go together, and it is one of the show's key locations.
Tip: It is a public lakeside park, open to visitors. A 2023 report said the drama's baduk set was shown there only for a limited time, so check on site whether the baduk board is still on display.
Cheongju Jungang Park (900-year-old ginkgo tree, Apgaksu)
Cheongju · 청주 중앙공원
The scene: Cheongju Jungang Park and its ancient ginkgo tree were used as filming locations for The Glory.
Tip: The 900-year-old ginkgo tree, known as Apgaksu, is the park's main attraction and a popular spot for a walk. Check the current condition and access rules locally before your visit.
Sotdol Port breakwater, Jumunjin
Gangneung · 소돌항
The scene: The final episode ends with the couple's last trip to the Sotdol breakwater in Jumunjin, Gangneung.
Tip: A red lighthouse stands on the breakwater and is the main photo spot. It is an open harbor area, open to the public.
Yonghwa Temple
Cheongju · 용화사
The scene: The heroine confronts a former school bully here in The Glory.
Tip: Buddhist temple in Cheongju. Check current access and visiting rules with the temple before you go.
Gangnae Lotus Village
Cheongju (Heungdeok-gu) · 강내 연꽃마을
The scene: A lotus village in Gangnae, listed among The Glory's filming locations in Cheongju.
Tip: About 25 minutes by car from central Cheongju, according to the source article.