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Since the South Gate (Namdaemun) was set on fire on
Located nearby are Dongdaemun Market (one of Korea's largest and most popular) and Dongdaemun Sports Stadium. Since the South Gate (Namdaemun) was set on fire on February 10, 2008, Dongdaemun is one of only two main gates that have survived, the other being the North Gate or Bukdaemun (more formally Sukjeongmun). Address: Jongno 6-ga in Jongno-gu, SeoulPhone: +82-2-1330 (Eng, Jpn, Chn)Directions: Subway lines 1 & 4, Dongdaemun StationWebsite: www.visitkorea.org
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 Dongdaemun Gate by Night. Pic:
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Dongdaemun is distinguished from other gates by a half-moon outer baffle wall, built in a semicircle to entrap enemies who tried to enter the gate.The base is a granite structure with a single arch, above which is wooden superstructure in the form of a two-storied pavilion, five-gan (a measure of the distance between two pillars) wide and two-gan deep, with a hipped roof. There is much ornamentation in the pavilion design, displaying the skill of the Joseon Dynasty-era artisans. The tongue-shaped ornamentation atop the columns is typical of the wooden architecture of the late Joseon period.
Located nearby are Dongdaemun Market (one of Korea's largest and most popular) and Dongdaemun Sports Stadium. Leave a Comment Address: The very middle of Seoul, well slightly east ;o)Directions: Take city bus No. 25, 30, 30-1, 131, 134, 146, or 302 from Jongno 1(il)-ga.(15min. required) Take city coach bus No. 2 from Midopa, (15min. required) (Subway) Line 1 and 4 Dongdaemun Station.
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 The brightly colored building
has many tie & scarv by hindu1936, 2 more photos
You use the new river as a guide. Two years ago, this was a 6 lane highway. It was hidden underneath. When the officials decided the highway was overstressed, they decided to remove it and restore the river.
Do NOT sit down at any of the sidewalk eateries though. The food is good, safe, tasty and twice the price. Instead, orient towards the gate with the stadium at your back. Cross the street then go to the huge street by the gate (Chongno) and turn left. A few blocks down you will find restaurants in all of the little alleys.
Bargaining is expected in most places, but in the second large green building on the second floor where the leather goods are sold, there is little bargaining. It is mostly Russian, and they set a price and don't budge much. Interspersed along clothing shops that line the sidewalks, you will find watches, wallets, purses, notebooks, shoe polish, and too much else to list. Here, you can bargain. Bring cash, no credit cards accepted in most places-none at the sidewalk shops. Address: Dongdaemun Gate between Ulchiro and ChongnoDirections: Lines 1, 2, 4, and 5 all have stops at either Dongdaemun, or Dongdaemun Stadium. It doesn't matter which. You can also ride bus 13. There are many other buses, but since they changed the numbers, I don't know
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The original east gate for the walled city of Seoul was the Gate of Uplifting Mercy (coming in from our rural abode in Kangwando province, it centainly was merciful to us).The current structure dates from 1869. On top of the arch-shaped gate is a gatehouse. A circular surrounding wall protects against flooding. Today the gate is best known for being adjacent the huge East Gate Market with thousands of vendors. Leave a Comment
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Dongdaemun is a very large shopping area, bustling with life any time of the day or night. Yup, it's any die hard shopper's dream: 24 hours of action! You can buy almost anything you dream up in this shopping district. There are 30 malls housing 27,000 shops, and hundreds of street vendors which come out mostly at night, starting at 10 p.m. You can find clothes, shoes, bags, belts,sun glasses, accessories, underwear, towels, bedsheets, second-hand books, yarn, fabric, household goods....get the picture? Enjoy the outdoor entertainment and fashion shows held at the stages located right outside the three bussiest malls: Doota, Migliore, and Freya Town.
Because different places are open at different times, your best bet would be to pick up your free Dongdaemun Market Shopping Guide from the Tourist Information office located right outside the Dongdaemun stadium.
The Pungmul Flea Market, located in the Dongdaemun stadium itself, is a very interesting Sunday afternoon outing. You can find anything from musical instruments to weapons to dildos (this last one is not a typo). Leave a Comment Address: Dongdaemun Stadium subway station, exit 1Phone: 02-2236-9135Website: www.dongdaemun.com
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During the day (after 11am) this area is bustling with energy. During all hours of the night especially after midnight (Friday/Saturday) you can shop here at the night market. It's set up along the street behind one of the stadiums.
There are two stadiums near the Dongdaemun (East gate), one of which is the old soccer stadium. If you go inside there is a flea market with an assortment of things (I think only during the day time it's open).
Pretty much you can shop in the underground shopping areas (Pyeongwha market) for goods such as material, yarn, buttons, hats, etc. This is where the wholesale for clothing takes place. You will spend hours here.
If you prefer shopping in a building you can go to Doota, Hello APm, or Migliore from 10/11am until 5am (I think) I do know that shopping is an all night event.
When you get hungry there are also many places to choose from...street food or restaurants (mostly all Korean foods)
The street food is always available also. Vendors all along both stadiums and also around a few streets are PACKED with ajummas who want you to sit in their tent. All of the food is reasonably priced and you can get a bottle of soju as you sit in the tent with the ajossis (old men) and their friends after a long days work.
If you walk north toward the Dongdaemun (East gate) you will run into the Cheonggyecheon (Cheonggye stream) you can stroll along that for a couple of miles either toward City Hall or in the opposite direction toward the Han river (not as scenic). Address: Dongdaemun Stadium (subway lines 2,4,5 intersect)Directions: Exit the subway usually exit 13 (across from the stadiums) or 1 (same side as the stadiums).
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 Dongdaemun by imstress
You can buy silks, clothes, shoes, sporting goods, plumbing and electrical supplies, electronics, office supplies, toys and just about almost everything. Leave a Comment Address: Dongdaemun
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The Great East Gate market. So whats really great about this market?
Well, lots ~ like all those who have been here. Its a mind boggling market selling anything from shoes to undergarments.
For me, its the SHOES!
I got my shoes from the shoes market (naturally). The price was soooooo good. A pair for 22000 won (after bargaining like a mad fool) which is about US$22.
You can easily get to this place by Subway
More Tips Leave a Comment Address: Exit Dongdaemun Station (Exit 2)Directions: If you are at the Doosan Tower, there is an underpass originating from the Doosan Tower (aka DOOTA!) which will lead you out at Heungin Stardom. Cross the Cheonggye Stream and waalla. The Shoes Market.
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The east gate is the second largest of the city gates and rivals Namdae-mum for beauty. It was built in 1397. Leave a Comment Directions: Metro: Dongdae-mum
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A long street that have variety stores there. Also a lot of department stores. So, this shopping zone is great for shoppers. Leave a Comment Directions: Seoul Subway Line 2 Dongdaemun Stadium Station, or Line 1 or 4 Dongdaemun Station
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