Dongdaemun or Tongdaemun (DDM) Market is the large commercial area that houses traditional markets and shopping malls in Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea.
Dongdaemun Market is the mall and one of the most well-known markets in Korea. Founded in December 1970 as the largest market of its kind in Asia, it has maintained this status for the past 40 years. Dongdaemun Market has a large number of shops, which display many textile and clothing for all and the latest international fashion trends.
About Dongdaemun Market
Dongdaemun Market is a large commercial area consisting of traditional markets and shopping malls covering the entire area around the Dongdaemun Gate, which is a landmark in Korea. It is the largest wholesale and retail shopping area in Korea, which includes about 26 malls and specialty stores for about 30,000 and 50,000 manufacturers. All kinds of goods can be found here including silk, fabric, clothing, shoes, accessories, electronics, leather products, sporting goods, office supplies, pet products and toys.
Dongdaemun Market is one of the famous and traditional markets, and this area attracts popular shopping from the legions of shoppers and tourists at all times of the day. Dongdaemun Market offers a variety of products, but unlike other central shopping malls in Seoul, Dongdaemun Market is open 24 hours a day. Dongdaemun attracts many visitors from all over the world, because it has the ability to purchase everything you need at a reasonable price from one place at any time. Most major wholesalers and retailers accept here to find the latest fashions at bargain prices. Dongdaemun Market is one of the large malls that provide shopping experience with their cinemas, while this market features the Doota Hall for large and open-air concerts to host a range of events including outdoor fashion shows, concerts, modeling competitions and Korean music Traditional for tourists.
Properties
Dongdaemun Market is located near Dongdaemun which has the same name. The market is divided into five shopping districts, B, C, D and the shopping town, with 26 shopping centers comprising more than 10 blocks, 30,000 specialty stores, and 50,000 manufacturers.
The market sells all kinds of commodities especially silk, textile, clothing, shoes, leather products, sporting goods, plumbing, electronics, office supplies, fortune tellers, toys and dining areas specializing in Korean cuisine. It also has many pet stores.
Tourist Information Centre
Dongdaemun Market is located in front of Exit No. 14, and from the Culture Station Park. It provides an information center in English, Japanese and Chinese about Dongdaemun Market, as well as accommodation, and public transportation.
Dongdaemun Market Structure
The total area:
The area: 16529 m2 / structural: 79,339 m2
Hours of operation
Affiliated Textile / Clothing Materials 08: 00-18: 00
Annex 09: 30-19: 00
Marriage supply and interior design 08: 00-19: 00
Restaurant (Singwan Building) 07: 00-18: 00 (Saturday 17:00)
(Ourhome) Food Court – 07: 00-19: 00 (Saturday 18:00)
Dongdaemun Market is closed every Sunday
• Telephone
82222369135+
Title
04564 253, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
website
www.ddm-mall.com
