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Suwon Nammun Market

Suwon Nammun Market

수원 남문시장 · Gyeonggi · Traditional markets

Suwon Nammun Market, the largest traditional market complex in Gyeonggi-do, refers collectively to a group of nine interconnected markets. These include Jidong Market, Paldalmun Market, Minari Square Market, Motgol Market, Yeongdong Market, Citizen Sangga Market, Nammun Fashion Street Market, Gucheon-dong Gongu (Tool) Market, and Nammun Rodeo Market. Its origins date back to the reign of King Jeongjo, when a permanent market was established along Jongno Street near the bell tower inside Hwaseong Fortress. At the same time, a five-day market was held outside Paldalmun Gate. Together, these early marketplaces are considered the foundation of present-day Suwon Nammun Market. (Courtesy of Suwon City Official Blog)

TypeTraditional markets
RegionGyeonggi
Address9 Paldalmun-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
HoursVaries by store
ClosedN/A (Open all year round)
ParkingAvailable

Getting there

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Within walking distance

Paldalmun Market (팔달문시장)
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Suwon Hwaseong Special Tourist Zone

Paldalmun Gate (팔달문)
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Paldalmun Gate

Suwon Chicken Street (수원통닭거리)
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Suwon Chicken Street

Motgol Market (못골종합시장)
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Motgol Market

Suwon Workshop Street (수원 공방거리)
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Suwon Workshop Street

Hyowon’s Bell (효원의 종·서장대)
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Hyowon’s Bell

Jeongjo Theme Performance Hall (정조테마공연장)
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