 
Seomyeon used to be the second largest commercial area, while
Nampo-dong/Gwangbok-dong was the most prosperous one
in Busan. The recent opening of subway lines number 1 and 2 (with only one transfer station between
them) and the movement of City Hall to near this area have helped
Seomyeon to become the first commercial area in Busan. This area forms a total
culture and commercial complex, with the establishment of places for high class cultural life, such as
Lotte Hotel, several department stores, and places for mass market, as well as the
already established traditional markets of Seomyeon and Bujeon and an underground
shopping center.
The commercial center was formed around Seomyeon intersection where it contained
Busan Tower, fountain, a flower clock, but it was demolished by the traffic policy to resolve serious traffic
problem during the late 1970's. Lotte Hotel and Department Store are directly connected with the subway
station and visitors can enjoy shopping there. Newer marketplaces are equivalent to Seoul's
Dongdaemun Market, equipped with clothes and
accessories for the public.
Seomyeon Ilbun Ga
Crowded with members of Korea's new generation, this area has the latest fashions. Visitors can enjoy hair
dressing, miscellaneous goods, drinks, foods, amusement facilities, or just watching people.
Location: Bujeon 2-dong
Directions: Subway lines 1 & 2, Seomyeon Station
(For more sights of Seomyeon, please see
page 2.)
For more pictures, please see page 2. |
