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First kisses and wildlife encounters: Visiting the filming locations of K-drama 'Lovely Runner' in Canada
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First kisses and wildlife encounters: Visiting the filming locations of K-drama 'Lovely Runner' in Canada

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The drama 'Lovely Runner' has increased interest in its filming locations around Calgary, Canada.
  • Key romantic scenes were filmed at Quarry Lake and Kananaskis Lake in Alberta.
  • Quarry Lake, a former coal mine, has been transformed into a popular park and recreational area.

Calgary, Alberta, is emerging as a destination for romance seekers, thanks to its scenic beauty and its role as a primary filming location for the popular K-drama 'Lovely Runner.' The series, which recently topped Netflix's global charts for non-English television shows, has drawn increased attention to the Canadian city and its surrounding natural attractions.

Anyone who wants to fall in love or feel the excitement of love can visit Calgary, a city in the highlands, in the summer and fall.

— Article textDescribing Calgary as a romantic destination.

Two picturesque lakes, Quarry Lake and Kananaskis Lake, served as key settings for the drama's romantic narrative. Quarry Lake, nestled near the mountain town of Canmore, was the site of the protagonists' first kiss. This area, once an open-pit coal mine, has been revitalized into a beloved public park featuring picnic spots, walking trails, and swimming areas. The transformation from an industrial site to a scenic recreational hub highlights Canmore's environmental regeneration efforts.

Quarry Lake is where the drama's protagonists, Cha Mu-hee and Joo Ho-jin, shared their first kiss.

— Article textIdentifying Quarry Lake as a significant filming location for a key romantic scene.

Kananaskis Lake, also featured in the series, offers a different kind of natural splendor. The journey to the lake itself is described as a musical experience, winding through vast coniferous forests with snow-capped peaks in the distance. Visitors to the area have reported sightings of local wildlife, including moose and grizzly bears, adding an element of wild adventure to the scenic drives.

The journey to Kananaskis Lake is like silent music.

— Article textDescribing the scenic drive to Kananaskis Lake.

The drama's association with these locations has turned Calgary and its environs into a 'city of love.' Tourists are increasingly visiting to retrace the steps of the characters and experience the breathtaking landscapes that provided the backdrop for the unfolding romance. The region's appeal lies in its combination of majestic Rocky Mountain scenery and unique local experiences, such as the history of Quarry Lake's transformation.

A moose, rarely seen even locally, was spotted grazing in the forest.

— Article textRecounting a wildlife encounter on the way to Kananaskis Lake.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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