Seochon Neighborhood and Tongin Market in Seoul, South Korea

May 30, 2021 | Market, Neighborhood, South Korea - Seoul Area

Seochon is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Jongno-gu, northern Seoul, South Korea. It translates to “West Village” because it is located west of Gyeongbok Palace. Tongin Market is a traditional market in Seochon. Established in 1941, the market initially catered to local needs. 180

Seochon: 28-1 Tongui-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Tongin Market: 18 Jahamun-ro 15-gil, Tongin-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Date Picture Taken: May 2021

Seochon

A modern art gallery in the middle of traditional houses.

To a larger street

Tongin Market in Seochon