Paldal-gu Holds Forum with Traditional Markets Near Suwon Stream

With the completion of restoration work on the Suwon Stream and Namsumun Gate, Paldal-gu District in Suwon held a forum with representatives from nine traditional market merchant associations in the vicinity of the Suwon Stream. The district aims to position these markets as "traditional markets worth visiting" by regularly promoting cultural events.

Representatives from merchant associations in nearby markets including Jidong Market, Yeongdong Market, and Paldalsi Gate Market exchanged various opinions on regular performances to enable residents using the Suwon Stream to also visit the nearby traditional markets. They decided to hold performances in diverse genres including music, dance, and other art forms every Saturday starting in September at Jidong Bridge.

Additionally, each market merchant association agreed to actively work to revitalize their respective markets.

Paldal-gu District Chief Yun Geon-mo stated, "I expect a win-win effect where people who come for walks along the Suwon Stream also patronize traditional markets, and those who visit the markets also take walks along the stream." He added, "Let us make efforts so that traditional markets serve not merely as places to buy and sell inexpensive goods, but become established as part of our everyday life and daily culture."