Won Gyeong
"2025"
#Won Gyeong (Drama)
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The drama Wonkyung is a historical series set in the Joseon Dynasty, exploring the political intrigues, power struggles, and complex relationships between the king and his officials. At the center of the story is Queen Wonkyung, a woman of exceptional wisdom and decisiveness. She plays a crucial role in resolving conflicts both within and outside the royal court, striving to bring stability to Joseon. Her journey of enduring hardships, inner struggles, and ultimately sacrificing herself for the nation’s well-being is portrayed in an emotionally moving way.
#Background
The drama was filmed against the backdrop of major palaces of the Joseon Dynasty, with their grandeur and beauty serving as a focal point in key scenes. Gyeongbokgung Palace is highlighted as a symbolic site of power, with the throne hall Geunjeongjeon and the banquet hall Gyeonghoeru taking center stage in scenes of governance and royal gatherings. Changdeokgung Palace, featuring its natural harmony with the surrounding landscape, includes the Huwon Secret Garden, showcasing the private and human side of the royal family. Deoksugung Palace reflects the modernization of the Korean Empire, capturing the blend of traditional Korean and Western architectural styles, enriching the historical context of the drama.
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#The Location
The drama 'Wonkyung was primarily filmed at iconic palaces of the Joseon Dynasty, each chosen to enhance the atmosphere and richness of the story. The palaces used as filming locations are as follows:
1. Gyeongbokgung Palace
As the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty, Gyeongbokgung served as a key filming location for significant scenes in the drama. The throne hall Geunjeongjeon and the banquet hall Gyeonghoeru frequently appear, symbolizing power and authority. The grandeur and symbolic significance of Gyeongbokgung effectively brought the drama’s major political events to life.
2. Changdeokgung Palace
Known for its harmonious integration with nature, Changdeokgung was featured in scenes highlighting the royal family’s private lives and human emotions. The Secret Garden (Huwon), with its serene pavilions and ponds, was often depicted as a tranquil setting for intimate conversations between the king and queen.
3. Deoksugung Palace
Deoksugung was used to portray the modernization and adoption of Western culture during the Korean Empire era. The Western-style Seokjojeon Hall and Jeonggwanheon Pavilion dramatically conveyed the atmosphere of change, while the blend of traditional Korean architecture with Western elements reflected the historical context of the time.
4. Changgyeonggung Palace
Changgyeonggung was chosen to depict the everyday lives of the royal family. Locations like Chundangji Pond and Myeongjeongjeon Hall were ideal for scenes of the king and his family enjoying leisure time or engaging in conversations.
Each palace’s unique architectural beauty and natural scenery were skillfully utilized to capture the splendor and majesty of the Joseon Dynasty, vividly bringing the historical setting of the drama to life.
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#Watching
▲[YouTube] 원경(Won Gyeong) Teaser