Went to Namdaemun Market [ 남대문시장 ] in the earlier part of the day.
Namdaemun Market [ 남대문시장 ], opened in 1964, is the largest traditional market in Korea. There are various things such as clothes, bags, accessories, household ware, children's clothes and toys, etc selling in Namdaemun Market [ 남대문시장 ]. All products in Namdaemun Market [ 남대문시장 ] are sold at affordable prices and the stores also function as wholesale market at the same time.
One of the entrance at Naedaemun Market [ 남대문시장 ]
While taking a walk in Namdaemun Market [ 남대문시장 ], there are lots of shops selling clothes and bags but personally I feel that all these clothes and bags are not suitable for the younger people but more for the middle-age people or older, but that means that your wallet can be at a rest while you are shopping in Namdaemun Market [ 남대문시장 ].
One of the alleys
There are also lots of street vendors in Namdaemun Market [ 남대문시장 ] selling street food such as Ddeokbokki [ 떡볶이 ], Odeng [ 오뎅 ], Fried Snacks [ 튀김 ], Hotteok [ 호떡 ], Egg bread [ 계란빵 ] and much more, so be prepared to get your wallet and stomach ready and tried out the different street food at affordable pricing.
How to get to Namdaemun Market [ 남대문시장 ] :
Hoehyeon Station [ 회현역 ] , Line 4 [ 4호선 ], Exit 5 [ 5번 출구 ]
After touring at Namdaemun Market [ 남대문시장 ], decided to go to Myeongdong [ 명동 ] since it is just one stop away.
Myeongdong [ 명동 ] is one of the busiest and main shopping street of Seoul and is one of the top tourist district. There are different kind of shops in Myeongdong [ 명동 ] from high end fashion to causal attire and as well as the different brands of cosmetic shops located in Myeongdong [ 명동 ].
Entrance of Myeongdong [ 명동 ]
Entering into Myeongdong [ 명동 ]
Myeongdong [ 명동 ] is full of beauty outlets and every Korean cosmetic brand has at least one outlet in Myeongdong [ 명동 ]. Most of the beauty products are selling at inexpensive pricing but of high quality. There are always sales going on at the different beauty outlets in order to attract more costumers. You do not have to worry of communication problem while shopping in these beauty outlets as there are staffs who are able to speak Korean/Chinese/English and even Japanese for the convenience of international tourists.
Beside the different Beauty outlets, you can also get different brands of clothes such as Zara, Forever 21 or even casual clothing for the alleys of Myeongdong [ 명동 ]. These casual clothing might not be famous for the brands but they are fashionable and also affordable at the same time.
Myeongdong [ 명동 ] is not only famous for the shopping experiences but also well-known for the choices of food. There are lots of different options for you if you intend to have your meal in Myeongdong [ 명동 ]. There are lots of Korean restaurants in Myeongdong [ 명동 ], but if you intend to go for other choices such as Japanese food, Western food, Chinese food or even fast food, you will not be disappointed as you will sure to find something that you like in Myeongdong [ 명동 ].
There are also lots of street vendor on the main street and alleys of Myeongdong [ 명동 ] and if you decide not to go for main course, you can also try out the different street food and you will get spoiled for the choices that they offered.
Do drop by Myeongdong [ 명동 ] if you have the chance to experience one of busiest street of Seoul.
Myeongdong Station [ 명동역 ] , Line 4 [ 4호선 ], Exit 5/6/7/8 [ 5/6/7/8번 출구 ]
Went off to Wangsimni Station [ 왕십리역 ] to meet I-jin for dinner. She brought us to one of the fried chicken shop in the area and she told us that fried chicken is really famous in Korea and popular for all people.
Personally I felt that Korean style fried chicken is more crispy as compared to the normal fried chicken but it is nothing special as fried chicken can be commonly found in different countries ( Sorry but that's how I feel personally ).
It is also a must to order a mug of beer to go with fried chicken while you are eating.
Recommend you to go for a try of Korean fried chicken if you wanna live like a Korean.
Went off to the E-mart located at Wangsimni Station [ 왕십리역 ] after dinner. E-mart is a discounted supermarket operated by Shinsegae. The E-mart is really big and you can find everything that you need in the E-mart, from household item, clothes, cosmetic, food and snacks and much more.
Do consider dropping by this E-mart if you need to do some grocery shopping.
How to get to E-mart :
Wangsimni Station [ 왕십리역 ], Line 2 or 5 [ 2 / 5호선 ], Exit 5 [ 5번 출구 ]
Final photo before saying bye
Stay tune for my next update.
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