Views of Daegu
Seomun Market The warmth of folk life and the joy of bargaining
Daegu Market was regarded during the Joseon Period (1392-1910) as one of the three largest markets along with Ganggyeong Market in Seoul and Pyeongyang Market in Pyeongyang. Now called Seomun, or West Gate Market, the Daegu Market was formed in 1770 and in 1920 it was moved to the current site in the city’s southwestern part which was reclaimed by filling up a pond. The market (27,062m2 in site area) is currently divided into six zones containing 4,000 shops selling textiles, kitchenware, dried and fresh fish and so on. Still the largest traditional market in the region, the Seomun Market is now a very popular attraction especially among tourists seeking after the warmth of traditional lifestyle and the joy of bustling around looking for bargains.
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