Welcome to Samdal-ri ended its broadcast with a high rating of 12%. Telling many warm and meaningful stories, this drama succeeded in making the audience feel entertained and immersed in the story.
If most dramas are centered in urban areas, Welcome to Samdal-ri is set on Jeju Island, specifically in a fictional village called Samdal-ri. In order for the drama to be complete, the production team shot many scenes directly on Jeju Island.
Below are several places on Jeju Island that were filming locations for the drama Welcome to Samdal-ri.
1. Jeju Regional Meteorological Administration Office
Cho Yong Pil who works at the Jeju branch meteorological office/ Photo: JTBC
In the drama, it is told that Cho Yong Pil (Ji Chang Wook) is a weather expert who works at the Jeju Branch Meteorological Office. He is very competent and talented, but is reluctant to move to Seoul.
The location of Cho Yong Pil's office was taken directly at the Jeju Meteorological Office, you know. The various equipment and meeting rooms presented in the drama really belong to the Jeju Meteorological Office. The exact location is at 32 Mandeok-ro 6-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do.
2. Haenyeo's house
Welcome to Samdalri/ Foto: South China Morning Post
Haenyeo or diver is an iconic profession that is highly highlighted in the drama Welcome to Samdal-ri. Usually before diving, the haenyeo will gather first at the Haenyeo House to discuss their diving agenda.
The setting for the haenyeo scene is at the Haenyeo House which is located at 3, Samdalhadong-ro 32beon-gil, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do. It is located very close to the Jeju sea, making it easy for haenyeo to dive.
3. Dodubong Peak
Welcome to Samdalri/ Foto: Netflix
Cho Sam Dal (Shin Hye Sun) and Cho Yong Pil (Ji Chang Wook) often visit a green hill after school while gazing at the beautiful view. It was Dodubong Peak, which was the place where they spent time together while listening to songs.
Dodubong Peak is located on the coast of Dodu-dong, north of Jeju International Airport. Dodubong Peak is 63.5 meters above sea level and consists of tuff at its western base and scoria over most of the remainder, but lava is distributed along the northern and western coasts.
It only takes 20 minutes to walk to the top and enjoy views of the sea to the north and a panoramic view of Jeju City framed by the majestic Hallasan Mountain to the south. The exact location is San 2, Doduil-dong, Jeju-si, Jeju-do.
4. Daepungmirak — Hamdeok Main Branch
Welcome to Samdalri/ Foto: JTBC
Mrs. Sang Do (Kang Young Seok), Cho Sam Dal's childhood friend, owns a restaurant on Jeju Island. Daepungmirak is the original name of the restaurant that was used as a filming location.
This restaurant was founded in 1999. Consisting of two floors, Daepungmirak sells various raw fish dishes and is located on Hamdeok Beach. This restaurant itself is very famous and holds the title of the oldest restaurant in Hamdeok.
Guests benefit from being able to enjoy around 20 side dishes (tsukidashi), generously served with raw fish, while gazing at the sea and hearing the soothing waves.
Want to visit? Please come to the address 446 Johamhaean-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do.
5. Mangjangpo
Welcome to Samdalri/ Photo: soompi.com
Mangjangpo is the place that provides the background to the scene where Cho Sam Dal fights with Cho Yong Pil after throwing seaweed. Mangjangpo is located in Harye-ri, Namwon-myeon, Seogwipo, Jeju.
Mangjangpo is a strategic spot along the volcanic coast of Jeju Island where a traditional lighthouse guides fishermen to safety. This place is famous for its Jeju Olle No. 1 pedestrian walkway. 5. This port is deeply rooted in the past and is also a modern port.
6. Toko Roti Seogwipean
Seogwipean bakery at Welcome to Samdalri/ Photo: seogwipean.com
After the exhibition was cancelled, Cho Sam Dal went alone somewhere while. Seogwipean Bakery is a place visited by Cho Sam Dal, which is a bakery decorated with a modern interior design.
Seogwipean is a large cafe located in the east of Jeju. Visitors can enjoy the charm of Seopjikoji beach from the 45m sea panorama from all seats and is located near famous tourist attractions. The bakery can be found at 17, Sinyang-ro 122beon-gil, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo.
The setting in this drama complements the drama. The warm atmosphere and beautiful views of Jeju Island can be seen from the shooting location of the drama Welcome to Samdal-ri. Which one do you most want to visit?
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