수유재래시장: Suyu Traditional Market in Seoul and Nearby attractions
We'll introduce you to Suyu Traditional Market, a traditional market in Gangbuk-gu, Seoul, and the many attractions in and around the area. We'll show you how to shop for fresh produce at the traditional market and explore the tranquil temple Hwagyesa Temple and the massive green park, Buk Seoul Dream Forest.
The Suyu Market sells a variety of industrial goods such as men's and women's clothing, children's clothing, miscellaneous goods, and electronics, while the Suyu Traditional Market and Suyu Traditional Market sell fresh agricultural and livestock products, side dishes, and processed foods from all over the country. The market also has a small library for vendors and customers.
Overview of Suyu Traditional Market
Suyu Traditional Market is a traditional market that has been around for over 50 years, since 1966. It is a large market consisting of three buildings, the Suyu Market, the alleyway market, and the Suyu Traditional Market, with about 300 shops.The Suyu Market sells a variety of industrial goods such as men's and women's clothing, children's clothing, miscellaneous goods, and electronics, while the Suyu Traditional Market and Suyu Traditional Market sell fresh agricultural and livestock products, side dishes, and processed foods from all over the country. The market also has a small library for vendors and customers.
- Location and access
- Suyu Traditional Market is located at 2, Dobong-ro 71-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul, 500 meters from Exit 8 of Mia Station on Subway Line 4, or a 7-minute walk.
- Address: 2, Dobong-ro 71-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul, Korea
- Phone: 02-989-4730
- Hours: 10:00 ~ 21:00 (Opening hours vary by store)
- Website: http://www.suyumarket.com/
Nearby Attractions in Gangbuk-gu
Hwagyesa Temple
Hwagyesa Temple is a tranquil mountain temple located not far from the city center. Founded during the Gwangjong Dynasty of Goryeo, the temple was renamed Hwagyesa Temple when it was relocated to Shinwolseonsa Temple during the Joseon Dynasty. The temple is also a center of international pogyo, where foreign practitioners from around the world come to learn Korean Buddhism. You can experience various themed temple stays, including experiential and relaxing.- Address: 117 Hwagyesa-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul, Korea
- Phone: 02-902-2663
- Access: Take the Gangbuk 02 bus from Subway Line 4, Suyu Station Exit 3 and get off at Hanshin Seminary, Hwagyesa Temple. 10 minute walk.
- Website: http://www.hwagyesa.org/
Bukseoul Dream Forest
The Forest of Dreams is surrounded by six wards, including Gangbuk-gu, and is the fourth-largest mega green park in Seoul. The park consists of lush forests and lakes, large grassy plazas, a moonlight waterfall, walking paths, iris gardens, and children's playgrounds. During the summer season, the fountain plaza and water playground are open, and the observation deck overlooks the city of Seoul. The park is open 365 days a year and is used as a living park for nearby residents.- Address: 173 Wolgye-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
- Phone: 02-2289-4001
- How to get there: From Exit 1 of Miasa-gori Station on Subway Line 4, take the Gangbuk 11 bus in the direction of Samsung Fireworks Gangbuk Branch and get off at Dreamland Gas Station. It takes about 20 minutes.
- Website: http://parks.seoul.go.kr/template/sub/dreamforest.do
Suyu Traditional Market and its surrounding attractions are great places to experience different cultures and spend some time relaxing. If you're planning a visit to Gangbuk-gu, be sure to check them out!