Perhaps one of the more touristy places I'll post, 쌈지길 (or Ssamjigil), was not always so touristy. The story of this place is that it was originally an old factory building or warehouse that was bought and transformed into what it is today. When the place first opened, the idea was that only Korean-made things would be bought and sold there, not necessarily traditional things, but things from independent artists/ retailers. So, it is common to find jewelry, hats, stationary, calligraphy paper, books, and wooden objects sold at this place. The aim was simple: Made-in-Korea. Today, much of that has retained, but it has become so touristy that the prices have become extremely inflated. However, it is still one of my favorite places, located in 인사동 (Insadong), with some very interesting things for sale. Even the expert Seoulite like myself, guys and dolls, can have enjoyable times at this place.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Day 75: Levels of Fun!
Perhaps one of the more touristy places I'll post, 쌈지길 (or Ssamjigil), was not always so touristy. The story of this place is that it was originally an old factory building or warehouse that was bought and transformed into what it is today. When the place first opened, the idea was that only Korean-made things would be bought and sold there, not necessarily traditional things, but things from independent artists/ retailers. So, it is common to find jewelry, hats, stationary, calligraphy paper, books, and wooden objects sold at this place. The aim was simple: Made-in-Korea. Today, much of that has retained, but it has become so touristy that the prices have become extremely inflated. However, it is still one of my favorite places, located in 인사동 (Insadong), with some very interesting things for sale. Even the expert Seoulite like myself, guys and dolls, can have enjoyable times at this place.
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