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Namgwangju Market

Namgwangju Market

남광주시장 · Jeonnam · Traditional markets

Namgwangju Market formed naturally in the area around the old Namgwangju Station, selling everything from seafood and fresh produce to household items. The market suffered a lot when the train station was closed, but it is still very famous for fresh fish, which comes in every morning between 2 and 5 AM. Due to this, there are many raw fish restaurants in the area, with fresh fish and very affordable prices.

TypeTraditional markets
RegionJeonnam
Address117 Yangnim-ro, Dong-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
HoursVaries by shop
ClosedFirst and third Sunday of every month
ParkingAvailable

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