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Dongdaemun Design Plaza & Park Promises to Be a Landmark in Seoul

Ever since its opening in 1905, Dongdaemun Market has been one of the major markets in Korea. The market is sure to draw even more tourists with the planned Dongdaemun Design Plaza & Park, scheduled to open in 2010.
Like the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum, recognized as a globally renowned tourist attraction in Bilbao, Spain, the projected design plaza and park is expected to emerge as one of Seoul's representative tourist landmarks.
The design plaza and park, to be built on the grounds of the now-defunct Dongdaemun Stadium, will be a Mecca of the domestic fashion industry, highlighting the history of Dongdaemun (East Gate), the economy and the environment.
The project will upgrade the market's standing to an international level. Specializing in wholesale clothing, the market has grown large, having more than 20 shopping malls. A full range of fashion items that cover from head to toe, are found in Dongdaemun Market at inexpensive prices. It is no wonder the market is always crowded with retailers, customers and tourists, both domestic and foreign. nw

An artist conception of the planned Dondaemun Plaza & Park with an outstanding design.