Danyang Gugyeong Traditional Market

Danyang Gugyeong Traditional Market, named for the “Nine Scenic Views” following the Danyang Eight Scenic Views and carrying the dual meaning of “Gugyeong” and “to view,” is a tourist-oriented market located in the county center. It is situated in a prime commercial district for tourism, with various tourist attractions and cultural resources within a 10-minute radius.

By developing specialized foods centered on Danyang garlic, the market's foundation, it has leaped to become a nationally renowned food destination, growing into a market attracting approximately 8 million visitors annually.

In 2023, it was selected as one of the ‘Top 10 K-Tourism Markets (Traditional Markets)’ by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization, attracting even more tourists.

Danyang garlic, renowned for its firm texture, intense spiciness, and excellent storage properties!

Grown in Danyang, Chungcheongbuk-do, Danyang Garlic is a hardneck variety typically divided into six cloves. It features large, firm bulbs with a strong aroma and intense spiciness. Its particularly tough skin ensures high storage quality, maintaining its excellence even during long-term preservation, making it highly popular.

When eaten raw, it has a sharp, pungent spiciness, but cooking brings out its sweetness, making it versatile in various dishes. Adding it to grilled or stir-fried dishes deepens the flavor, and it pairs well with kimchi or pickled vegetables.

Nutritionally, it is rich in allicin, which aids in antibacterial action, immune system strengthening, improved blood circulation, and antioxidant effects. It also enhances the absorption rate of vitamin B1 and is known to positively influence fatigue recovery and cardiovascular health.

Danyang garlic is recognized as a superfood due to its outstanding taste, nutritional value, and storage properties, and it is also highly regarded as a regional specialty product.