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Gwangjang Market 광장시장

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Gwangjang Market (Korean: 광장시장), previously Dongdaemun Market (동대문시장), is a traditional street market in Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea. The market is one of the oldest and largest traditional markets in South Korea, with more than 5000 shops and 20,000 employees in an area of 42,000 m2 (450,000 ft2). Approximately 65,000 people visit the market each day. The market association that manages the market is among the oldest active companies in South Korea, having been founded in 1911.

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Verified facts

Gwangjang Market (광장시장) — verified Korean place / attraction. In Jongno District.

Details

• Location: Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
• Founded: 1911
• Shops: 5000
• Employees: 20,000
• Area: 42,000 m2
• Daily Visitors: 65,000
• Type: 상설시장
• Notable: 대한민국 최초의 상설시장

Location

37.57, 126.999 · View on map →

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Verified & tracked since 2026-08-15 · 90 verified snapshots.

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Nearby verified spots

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Distances from verified coordinates (Wikidata P625), great-circle.

Part of the Jongno District verified travel guide →