Romantic wedding photos in South Korea

Seoul, the capital city.

Seoul is a city that perfectly blends traditional cultural beauty with unique and modern architectural designs.

Changgyeonggung Palace, one of Seoul's five palaces, is the perfect location for classic wedding photos, with its 15th-century pavilions and lush gardens beside a romantic lake. Choose to capture your most beautiful moments at the historic Victorian-style Daeonsil Glass House within Changgyeonggung Palace. Daily sunlight will stream through the glass walls, casting a magnificent golden glow over the indoor garden.

If you want to choose a location that truly reflects the Seoul lifestyle, take your wedding photos in the beautiful setting of Haneul Park (Sky Park). The Seoul city government transformed what was once a neglected landfill into a lush green park, home to approximately 85 plant species and around 30,000 butterflies released into the park's center since 2000. Walking hand-in-hand with your partner along the paths through the reed fields, where the reeds sway like waves in the breeze, is a romantic experience no couple will ever forget. From the park, you can capture wedding photos with panoramic views of Seoul and the beautiful Han River at sunset.

Leaving Haneul Park, seek out the most ancient and tranquil aspects of Korea at Seochon (West Village) – one of Seoul's oldest residential areas, once home to royal and aristocratic families during the Joseon dynasty. Sit with your loved one on the steps of an old house; no need for elaborate poses, your photo will surely capture the beauty of peace and happiness.

Finally, don't let your wedding photos miss the breathtaking night view of Seoul from Namsan Tower, located on the mountain of the same name right in the heart of the capital. The winding road up the mountain, lined with lush green trees, is enough to capture the most romantic moments for couples. Conclude your wedding photoshoot in beautiful Seoul with a picture featuring the entire city at night, illuminated by twinkling lights, and the Han River in the distance.

Nami Island

Nami Island, featured in many popular Korean dramas such as *Winter Sonata*, is a captivating destination that attracts tourists from all over the world. In particular, it's a popular location for young Koreans to take their wedding photos. The tree-lined path featured in *Winter Sonata* is an ideal spot for couples to hold hands and capture their happy moments.

Jeju Island

With its romantic coastal roads and fields of golden rapeseed flowers, Jeju Island is undoubtedly an ideal location for couples to capture their most beautiful wedding photos.

Jeju doesn't have many skyscrapers; instead, it boasts lush green natural landscapes and a romantic atmosphere hidden in every corner of the island.

Take a romantic stroll hand-in-hand along the picturesque Seopjikoji Beach, located at the end of the eastern coastal road of Jeju Island. This location was chosen as the filming setting for the drama "All-in," starring two famous Hallyu actors, Song Hye Kyo and Lee Byung Hun.

In spring, the fields of rapeseed flowers in Seopjikoji are covered in a vibrant yellow, blending harmoniously with the red of the soil and the blue of the sky. Climbing the steps leading up to the nearby lighthouse, future brides and grooms can capture stunning wedding photos against the backdrop of the beautiful blue sky and vast ocean.

When choosing Jeju as a wedding photoshoot location, every couple surely wants to have romantic photos on the island's beautiful beaches. Hyeop-jae Beach is one of the most famous beaches in Jeju, with its fine white sand, clear blue water, and the shimmering silver reflection of tiny seashells. The scenery of Hyeop-jae is further enhanced by black basalt rock formations and, in the distance, the fishing island of Biyangdo covered in lush green trees.

Leaving the beautiful roads and beaches of Jeju, head to Seongup Folk Village to capture a unique aspect of this island in your photos. Unlike traditional houses in Seoul, traditional houses on Jeju Island have distinctive features with thatched roofs and walls built from sturdy volcanic stones. This ancient village was once chosen as the setting for the famous drama "Dae Jang Geum."

Besides these romantic spots, couples can visit Sangumburi Crater – a symbol of a passionate love story from ancient times; Jeju Let's Run Park – a picturesque green space that gives couples the feeling of filming a Korean drama; or Jeju Stone Park – a place that holds the unique culture and story of the island.

And the sunset on Jeju Island is always incredibly impressive, no matter from which angle you view it. Don't forget to capture the moment of sharing a sweet kiss in the golden sunset from Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, the best place to watch the sunrise and sunset on Jeju Island.

Text: An Pham/Photos: Korea Tourism Organization (KTO)

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