The theme park was built specifically as the main shooting location for the 2005-2006 historical TV drama 'Seodongyo' directed by Lee Byung-hoon.
It is designed to accurately reflect the architectural styles, government offices, and residential structures of the Baekje Kingdom.
The site encompasses traditional straw-thatched houses representing commoner life alongside imposing tile-roofed palaces of the ruling class.
Several subsequent historical Korean dramas and films have utilized the complex for period-accurate outdoor scenes.
The park is situated in the remote hills of Gahwa-ri, utilizing the natural topography to enhance the authenticity of ancient fortress backdrops.
Seodongyo Theme Park is a historical open-air filming set located in Buyeo-gun, South Korea, dedicated to the Baekje Dynasty period. Spanning a sprawling rural valley in Chunghwa-myeon, the park faithfully recreates ancient palaces, traditional thatched-roof marketplaces, and fortresses. It served as the primary set for the SBS historical television drama 'Seodongyo,' which chronicles the life of King Mu of Baekje. Visitors can walk through meticulously reconstructed historical sets that mimic the architecture, royal quarters, and commoner villages of the Three Kingdoms era. The site functions as both a functioning film production location and a public tourism park where guests can explore historical architecture. Due to its secluded rural positioning, the park offers a quiet immersion into ancient Korean history away from major urban centers.
The central palace courtyard offering a symmetrical view of the grand Baekje royal throne hall.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the site involves navigating extensive gravel paths and rolling hills between set zones.
Bring your own drinking water and snacks, as on-site dining and convenience facilities within the remote park are limited.
Check local broadcasting or tourism updates before visiting to ensure sections of the park are not temporarily closed for active filming.
Assuming all interior buildings are open for entry, as many structures function strictly as exterior facades for filming.
Do not climb onto fragile wooden architectural structures, prop replicas, or historical set walls.
