창신 숭인 채석장전망대

_hyogeun_

Standing high and looking at the forest. Descending at Dongdaemun Station and entering Changsin Alley Market, long eaves-like awnings wrap around the alley. The faint light that enters through the improperly fitted covers due to the curved alleyways transforms this place into something more mystical. The sounds of conversation between merchants and local residents, the footsteps of people moving busily, and motorcycles rushing to deliver fabric to Dongdaemun Market blend as white noise with the background, while the various food smells and sights hold the attention of many visitors. Exiting the market promptly in case time gets away, the densely packed residential areas in a straight line and the sewing machines moving hurriedly breaking the silence are an unusual sight not easily found elsewhere. And the dark cliffs gently visible behind once again catch me, showing the layers of history Changsin-dong holds, making it impossible not to take out my camera. Originally, Changsin-dong was a quarry. To lay the foundations of the colonial city, the Japanese constructed large buildings in Gyeongseong, including well-known structures like Joseon Bank, Gyeongseong Station (old Seoul Station), Gyeongseong Provincial Office (old Seoul City Hall), and the Government-General of Korea, all completed in just 10 years, and all were stone buildings. To construct so many buildings in such a short period required a tremendous amount of granite, and Changsin-dong was the source. Roaming around, one can easily see the artificially cut mountains. Changsin-dong holds the pain of history while also playing a significant role in laying the foundations of Seoul after liberation. Leading the Korean fashion market with Dongdaemun Market at the forefront, people gathered here, forming markets and residential areas. The residential areas, clustered against the cliffs, formed a village, and with the market at the entrance, it became possible to experience the space mentioned by Seomun. To some, the old houses and worn-out town might seem worthless, considered good land for apartment construction. However, climbing up to the 'Changsin Sungin Quarry Observation Deck' introduced today, one would realize the correctness of the thoughts of many to preserve and remember Changsin-dong. The observation deck is simple yet impressi...