The hit Korean romance between a soldier and a doctor was filmed in South Korea and Greece, whose landscapes stood in for a war-torn land.
Where was Descendants of the Sun filmed?
Descendants of the Sun was filmed in South Korea and Greece.
Every Descendants of the Sun location, explained
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The city – South Korea
The home scenes used Seoul and around South Korea.
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The war-torn land – Greece
The overseas scenes used Greece, standing in for a fictional country.
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The country – South Korea
Further scenes used the landscapes of South Korea.
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A soldier and a doctor
The story follows a romance between a soldier and a doctor.
Planning a visit
South Korea and Greece – the show’s real settings – are beautiful, accessible destinations.
Descendants of the Sun Fun Facts
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Filmed in Korea and Greece The show used South Korea and Greece.
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A fictional country Greece stood in for the invented Uruk.
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A soldier-and-doctor romance The story follows their long-distance love.
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A global smash The K-drama became a huge international hit.
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A ratings record The show drew enormous audiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Descendants of the Sun filmed?
In South Korea and Greece.
Is it set in Korea?
Partly – it moves between Korea and a fictional country.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – South Korea and Greece are accessible.
What is it about?
A romance between a soldier and a doctor.
When did it air?
2016.
