Seoul Gyeongdong Market
서울 경동시장 · Seoul · Traditional markets
As the nation began to recover from the aftermath of the Korean War, farmers from the northern Gyeonggi-do region and Ganwon-do gathered around the old Seongdong Station (renamed ‘Hansol Donguibogam’) to sell their produce and wares. The farmers’ impromptu gathering on the fallow farmland to make their transactions soon led to the birth of a new marketplace. With the recent remodeling of the market, including the long-neglected Gyeongdong Theater, the place feels totally renewed and full of energy. Thanks to the renovation and diverse food stalls, the place is always bustling and filled with people.
| Type | Traditional markets |
|---|---|
| Region | Seoul |
| Address | 3 Gosanja-ro 36-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul |
| Hours | 08:30-18:00 (Varies by store) |
| Closed | Varies by store |
| Parking | Available (parking fee applies) |
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