Unlike other small traditional markets or commercial centers, Dongdaemun Market has been designated as a "Special Tourist Area" by the government since May 23, 2002. Originally, Dongdaemun market was named Baeugaejang (meaning: market for learning). It is also known as Gwangjang Market (the same name as a company established to manage the market at the market).

Before the Korean War, Dongdaemun Market was built in a completely closed architecture. Then it was demolished, after many years of restoration and construction, Dongdaemun market was revived in 1959. In 1998-1999, this commercial area began to be renovated and modernized more than before thanks to shopping centers. growing up here.

Along with another equally bustling market, Namdaemun, Dongdaemun Market has proven its position as the largest concentration of stalls, wholesale and retail locations in Seoul. The numbers that this market owns can make you overwhelmed, including: 26 shopping centers, 30,000 specialty stores, 50,000 manufacturers, divided into 4 zones A, B, C, D and one " shopping town”. Within 10 blocks of Dongdaemun Market, you can find a variety of outstanding items such as: silk, clothing, shoes, accessories, sporting goods, plumbing, electrical supplies, electrical appliances Electronics, office supplies, toys, or anything else you need can easily be found in this delightful market.

Although Dongdaemun is famous for being a busy night market, it also attracts most visitors and people who want to buy goods at all times of the day. Traditionally, at Dongdaemun market, traders usually divide into two hours of operation: wholesalers work from 1:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; Meanwhile, retailers will be open from 1am - 6pm (most of them will be closed on Mondays and public holidays so if you want to shop you need to pay attention!).

Dongdaemun Market is also known as the intersection of tradition and modernity: the Dongdaemun shopping town (Dongdaemun Shopping Town) and the Dongdaemun chain stores both feature the old typical features of the market, which mainly serve service items, utensils for newlyweds to start a family life. Meanwhile, opposite Dongdaemun Stadium are Doosan and Migliore towers, shopping places aimed at teenagers and students. They sell many items such as cheap clothes, accessories, bags, wigs, jewelry.... Many young designers also own shops here.

Besides, KITA (Korea International Trade Association) also opened "Dongdaemun Market Information Center" (Dongdaemun Market Information Center) located in the basement of Fraya Town building for the purpose of supporting foreigners to shop in the market. , the center is open from 12 noon - 10 pm daily, communication languages: English, Japanese, Chinese, some information is available in Russian.

Coming to Dongdaemun Market, in addition to comfortably enjoying endless shopping experiences, you can also enjoy and discover new trends in Korean cuisine at Mukja Golmok alley; Or listen to concerts, watch movies, watch fashion shows, attend many big and small events at big shopping centers in markets such as Doota, Good Morning City....