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The DMZ: a journey from Seoul

Official tours to the border area north of Seoul: what to bring, how to book and what to expect.

The back story

  1. The back story

    The DMZ: visiting the border area from Seoul

    Paju·In depth

    Official tours to the border area north of Seoul: what to bring, how to book and what to expect.

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What to see

  1. Near the border

    Imjingak and Peace Nuri Park

    Paju·Park

    A park and viewing area by the Imjin river in Paju, the starting point of many official tours.

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