"Market Generosity with Both Hands Full"... Gwangjin-gu Goes Shopping at Traditional Markets for Seollal

'Holiday Shopping' Runs Until the 7th... Gwangjin-gu Employees Join Efforts to Revitalize Traditional Markets... Starts on the 1st at Myeongok Alley Market, District Mayor Kim Kyung-ho Communicates with Market Merchants... Various Purchase Events by Market... Abundant Onnuri Gift Certificates and Free Gifts

Gwangjin-gu (District Mayor Kim Kyung-ho) is conducting a "Holiday Shopping" event from the 1st to the 7th to revitalize traditional markets in celebration of the major national holiday, Seollal.

The "Holiday Shopping" event, involving Gwangjin-gu employees, was organized to breathe new life into traditional markets struggling due to the economic downturn. Participants spend time visiting the markets in a voluntary atmosphere, encouraging and supporting the merchants.

The event began on the 1st at Myeongok Alley Market in Junggok-dong. Mayor Kim Kyung-ho and 30 employees shopped together to prepare for the upcoming Seollal holiday. Carrying shopping baskets, they toured the market purchasing cost-effective items such as ritual foods and groceries.

Mayor Kim greeted the merchants and listened to their concerns about business difficulties. He also participated in a rice cake pounding experience, praying for blessings to come to the traditional market. With a vigorous shout, he said, "We will strive to make the traditional market always a lively and bustling place," continuing communication with the community.

The "Holiday Shopping" event takes place at all markets in Gwangjin-gu. In addition to Myeongok Alley Market, visitors are welcomed at Junggok Jeil Market, Yeongdonggyo Market, Neungdong-ro Market, Norunsan Market, Jayang Traditional Market, Sinseong Traditional Market, and Hwayang Jeil Market.

Various events for customers who make purchases have also been prepared. Customers who spend over a certain amount can receive gifts such as Onnuri gift certificates, cooking oil, seaweed, socks, and more.

Kim Kyung-ho, Mayor of Gwangjin-gu, said, "With the rising costs of ritual tables due to high inflation these days, I hope the traditional markets, filled with generous hospitality, will help ease the burden," adding, "A variety of experiential events are also prepared, so we ask for your great interest."

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