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| Where Was Love on the Turquoise Land Filmed? Hidden Scenic Gems Behind the Hit Drama |
The upcoming Chinese drama Love on the Turquoise Land — starring the ever-stunning Dilraba Dilmurat and the sharp-eyed Chen Xingxu — has been one of the most hyped titles set for 2025.
Filming wrapped up in August 2024, but fans have been dying to know: where exactly did this mystical love story come to life?
Turns out, the crew went all out across Zhejiang, Ningbo and Hangzhou, picking a blend of scenic wonders and historical film towns that perfectly match the drama’s fantasy-meets-history tone.
Spring & Autumn Warring States City
First up, the legendary Spring & Autumn Warring States City, found in the east of Xiangshan Film Studio.
It’s a full-blown reconstruction of an ancient city — think walls, palaces, markets, military camps, and noble mansions all laid out like a living museum.
Loads of c-dramas & Chinese movies have filmed here, but Love on the Turquoise Land takes it up a notch, using the site to depict both imperial grandeur and chaos of ancient wars.
Visitors can still drop by the Spring and Autumn Warring States Culture Park for a history fix, with maps, videos, and portraits of ancient philosophers and generals.
A proper cultural treat if you fancy soaking up that period atmosphere.
Tanqi Town
Then there’s Tanqi Town, where the magic really happens. Outdoor scenes featuring rivers, forests, and misty hills were filmed here — ideal for romantic encounters.
Sources say several of the most heart-melting moments between Dilraba and Chen Xingxu were shot in this area, surrounded by tranquil waters and emerald backdrops.
Locals even recall spotting film trucks in the early mornings — but production was kept under wraps to avoid fans crowding the site.
Can’t blame them really; who wouldn’t want a peek at those two filming a love scene by the river?
West Lake: The Heart of Eternal Romance
Now here’s the one everyone’s buzzing about — West Lake, the crown jewel of Hangzhou.
From the Baochu Pagoda to the Broken Bridge and Leifeng Pagoda, Love on the Turquoise Land captures every romantic inch of it.
One particular lakeside scene, featuring Dilraba and Chen Xingxu beneath a sunset sky, has already been dubbed by fans as “one of the most romantic in Chinese dramas this year.”
With rippling water, soft golden reflections, and that dreamy soundtrack — every frame looks like a love poem painted in motion.
Xianghu Xiaoyao Manor
Next stop, Xianghu Xiaoyao Manor — the perfect embodiment of serene elegance.
Surrounded by calm lakes and graceful Jiangnan-style architecture, this location plays host to several key supporting scenes and emotional turning points.
It adds a gentle, poetic feel to the otherwise tense storyline about destiny, identity, and ancient secrets.
Xiangshan Film and Television Town
For the more dramatic bits — think imperial courts, sword fights, and political intrigue — the crew went to Xiangshan Film and Television Town.
This spot’s known for its epic ancient architecture, which suits Love on the Turquoise Land’s Qin Dynasty themes to a tee.
If you’ve watched other big-budget historicals, you’ve probably seen these gates and courtyards before, but the production’s visual team managed to make them feel fresh and cinematic.
Xiangyang Studio
Finally, there’s Xiangyang Studio, just north of Xiangshan.
It’s basically a massive ancient city replica — 400 metres long, 10 metres high, complete with moats and a Song-era drawbridge.
This set becomes the stage for several of the drama’s battle sequences and flashbacks to the Qin Emperor’s pursuit of immortality.
About the Drama
The story follows Nie Jiuluo (Dilraba Dilmurat) — a quiet sculptor who turns out to be a descendant of the mysterious Tangled Army, a lost force sent by Emperor Qin Shi Huang to hunt for the secret of eternal life.
When the past resurfaces, she’s dragged into an ancient conspiracy that blurs the line between myth and reality.
Her alter ego, the Crazy Blade, who hunts earth monsters to forge her weapon, adds another twist of destiny and mystery to the whole narrative.
Final Word
While the crew kept most of the filming hush-hush to avoid over-enthusiastic fans storming the sets, the chosen locations speak for themselves — breathtaking, historically rich, and full of cinematic poetry.
Love on the Turquoise Land isn’t just another pretty period drama; it’s shaping up to be one of the most visually enchanting C-dramas of November 2025.
Source: iFeng