DDP 동대문디자인플라자 Dongdaemoon Design Plaza
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Melissa Schwedhelm
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"A futuristic design plaza hosting various exhibitions and events. If you like to see unique architecture you will love this plaza. This is also where the seasonally organized fashion in Seoul takes place.
The surrounding area is cool to explore. There are many different shopping centers around since it the main fashion area with shops for fabrics, nail design accessories,s and cheap clothes as well as the Dongdaegu Market with used and antique items.
Pro Tip: Don't buy Korean Cosmetics from the shops and stick to Olive Young or the original brand shops. Even though the discounts might be enticing, it could be a fake.
Opening times:
10:00-20:00 (Outside is open 24/7) *Closed on local holidays
Fee
Free (fees depend on event and activity)
Closest Subway Station:
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 1 "
Korea Files
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"DDP (동대문디자인플라자) is one of the most iconic landmarks of the Korean design industry in the city. It has staged diverse cultural events including exhibitions, fashion shows, product launch shows, forums, conferences and various cultural events.
This place has been featured to a lot of hit Kdramas in the past decade such as:
Lovely Runner (2024)
Doona! (2023)
The Fabulous (2022)
Melancholia (2021)
The Veil (2021)
The Devil Judge (2021)
Vincenzo (2021)
Record of Youth (2020)
Love Alarm (2019)
My First First Love (2019)
Perfume (2019)
Are You Human? (2018)
Uncontrollably Fond (2016)
The Producers (2015)
Warm and Cozy (2015)
She Was Pretty (2015)
Fated to Love You (2014)
My Love from Another Star (2013-14) "
Kelly Foo
"Besides holding a series of exhibitions, events and shows the DDP is a great place to explore at day or night for some photos or explorations.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza, or DDP for short, hosts five different museums (plus numerous art galleries and several other things) on its grounds. The museums are centered on design and other contemporary and modern art. Their exhibitions change every so often, with artists from all over the world having their works on display.
The area itself also features impressive architecture and outdoor displays in its gardens. A great place for a stroll, even if you’re not that interested in the museums in Seoul."
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