연천시장: Yeongcheon Market in Seoul and Nearby attractions
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A. The charm of the market
Yeongcheon Market is not a very large market, but its arcade makes for a pleasant shopping experience rain or shine. The market is laid out in a straight line from the entrance, making it easy to navigate, even for first-time visitors.B. A wide variety of food and miscellaneous goods
The main attraction of this market is the variety of food, especially Tteokbokki and Kwabaegi, which have been featured on TV programmes and are sought after by many. You can also buy a variety of other traditional Korean food and fresh ingredients at affordable prices, making it a popular destination for foodies. In addition to groceries, Yeongcheon Market also has shops selling children's toys, clothes, and household goods, making it a great place for families to visit.C. Friday Market Special Sale
Every Friday, there is a Friday Market where special sales are held. Each store will have a Friday Market banner, so you can easily identify them at a glance. Plan your visit accordingly to get the best deals.C-1. How to get there
Yeongcheon Market is located about a
4-minute walk from Exit 4 of Independence Gate Station (orange) on Seoul Subway
Line 3. Take Exit 4 from Independence Gate Station and walk straight for 300
metres to the entrance of Yeongcheon Market.
C-2. Opening hours and inquiries
- Opening hours : 9am - 10pm (opening hours may vary by store, so please check before visiting)
- Address : 189-1, Tongil-ro,
Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Korea
- Tel : 02)364-1926
D. Nearby Attractions
D-1. Seodaemun Natural History Museum
Established in 2003 by Seodaemun-gu,
Seodaemun Natural History Museum is a place where visitors can learn about the
geological and biological facts of the local environment. The museum features a
variety of exhibits and materials to help visitors learn more about natural
history.
▶ 1F Concourse : A giant bone of an
Acrocanthosaurus that lived during the Early Cretaceous is on display, giving
visitors a vivid picture of dinosaurs.
▶ 2F Life Evolution Hall : This is a
space where you can learn about the origins of life and the different types of
organisms since its birth. There are many interesting exhibits that provide a
bird's eye view of the history of life.
▶ 3F Global Environment Hall : This is a
space where you can learn about the global environment, providing insights into
the past, present, and future of our planet. There is also a library with
science books, so you can browse through a variety of resources.
- March to October : Tuesday to Friday 9:00 to 18:00 / Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays 9:00 to 19:00
- November - February : Tuesday - Friday 9:00 - 17:00 / Saturday ∙ Sunday ∙ Public Holidays 9:00 - 18:00
- Closed
every Monday.
- Adults :
KRW 6,000
- Youth ∙
Military : KRW 3,000
- Children :
KRW 2,000
- Subway :
Take Seodaemun Bus No. 03 from Exits 3 and 4 of Sinchon Station on Line 2 and
get off at Seodaemun Natural History Museum.
- Bus : Take
bus 7021 from Yeongcheon Market and get off at Hong-eun Hyundai Apartment
(approx. 10 minutes), take bus 153 from Hong-eun Hyundai Apartment and get off
at the entrance of Seodaemun Natural History Museum (approx. 5 minutes), and
walk for about 5 minutes.
D-2. Ansan Jarak-gil
▶ Facilities
: There are shelters, viewing platforms, toilets, and other amenities, as well
as exercise equipment and water stations.
▶ Forest
bathing : The forest is home to a variety of trees, including metasequoia,
pine, and spruce, making it a great place for forest bathing.
▶ Time required : The hike takes 2 to
2.5 hours for adults to complete.
- Subway : 6-minute walk from Exit 5 of Independence Gate Station on Line 3.
- On foot : About 40 minutes on foot.
- Location : San 1, Bongwon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Korea