Moran Folk Market, which opens every five days, attracts merchants from all across Korea
Fresh vegetables and fish, sesame oil and various industrial goods…
Also known as a "Department Store on the street", the market is filled with cheer and laughter.
Folk Market in the Heart of the City
Moran Folk Market is Korea’s largest traditional market that opens every five days.
There are more than a thousand registered merchants, and the number exceeds 1,500 if non-locals are included.
On market day, merchants gather from throughout the nation and devote remarkable energy to attract customers.
Moran Folk Market was opened in 1962.
A village was established on what used to be a wasteland,
and the market was naturally started by villagers who needed daily necessities.
Since the 1980s, many people began patronizing the market when it gained popularity as a traditional market in the heart of the city.
Because it offers various goods in terms of scale and type, the market is always bustling with activity.
Just like other markets, Moran Folk Market has a vibrant lively atmosphere.
What makes shopping easier (and more efficient) is its distinct layout; for example, seafood, agricultural and industrial goods, clothes etc.
Attractions
Even on the weekdays, Moran Folk Market would be thronged with people standing in long lines.
How exciting it is to squeeze through the crowd and touch the fascinating odds and ends.
The sound of music playing from here and there adds to the lively atmosphere.
Moran Folk Market offers everything you need, such as crops, fish, fruits and cloths.
At Moran Folk Market where things are much cheaper, customers bustle around to grab the best deals.
There is a special area for puppies, which gives the market a unique atmosphere.
Both children and adults walking by find this place so irresistible that they stop to look at the cute puppies, and spend a pleasant time with them.
Food Court
After looking around the market, you can dig into some delicious food.
The most popular dish at Moran Folk Market is its hand-pulled noodles; so-called 'SonKalguksu'.
The noodles are pulled and cooked on the spot, adding to the texture and taste.
Another delicacy is the traditional fried chicken in 1970’s, cooked by placing a whole chicken inside an iron pot.
The dish is available for takeout, but visitors are highly recommended to try it with beer right on the spot.
The food court boasts an assortment of tempting and delicious foods.
Moran Folk Market may not be as convenient as modern shopping malls, but it can surely be a breath of fresh air.
