P'aju Travel Guide

 MikeAtSea Says:  A bridge that does not connect - yet. This bridge is symbolic as it ends at the fence of the DMZ and allows Koreans to leave messages for family members that are in the North and therefore out of reach of any South Korean. A small sign next to the bridge states: "Opening Up... 

 MikeAtSea Says:  Close to the 3rd Tunnel one can find the DMZ Welcome Centre and a small museum that explains and shows all aspects of the DMZ, the Korean War and attempts to unify the country. Most of the items are explained in borth English and Korean - expect that the museum is very busy. 

 MikeAtSea Says:  From the Observatory one has a clear view into North Korea and the DMZ. One can also see the North Korean Propaganda Village and farmland in North Korea. Using the telescope one can also see the Gaeseong Industrial Complex and a bronze statue of Kim Il-Seoung. Oddly though... 

 MikeAtSea Says:  This is the northernmost observatory in South Korea where one can see right into North Korea. Be aware one cannot take photographs directly next to the walls and South Korean soldiers will stop you. 

 MikeAtSea Says:  Tongilchon is situated in the northern are of the Civilian Control Line and is home to 133 families and a total of 493 residents. The agricultural center sells local farm produce. In a nutshell this is a city in the DMZ. 

 MikeAtSea Says:  The 3rd Tunnel was discovered only 52 km away from Seoul. the tunnel has a lenght of 1635 m, is 2 m wide and 2 m tall. 30.000 fully armed North Korean soldiers could pass through this tunnel within one hour. This is the largest tunnel that has been discovered. Today visitors... 

 MikeAtSea Says:  Dorasan Station is the northernmost station of South Korea only 700m away from the southern boundary line of DMZ, the civil control zone. Since US president Bush visited Dorasan Station on February 20, 2002, it has come into spotlight internationally. Imjingak Station was... 

 Jim_Eliason Says:  This railroad station was built in 2003 after a 2000 agreement between the North and South to open rail service between the countries. The North reneged on the deal shortly after so no passenger trains actually go North yet. However, an ageement was just made to allow cargo... 

 Jim_Eliason Says:  This observation point gives you a direct view into North Korea and overlooks Panmunjeom (the joint security area). For some reason, they only allow pictures to be taken standing 10 ft back from the actual wall of the observation point so you get a much better view in real... 

 Jim_Eliason Says:  This tunnel which is 1 of 5 so far discovered was found in 1978. It is believed that it was intended to circumvent the South Korean lines of defense in an attack. The North Koreans claim they were digging for coal and have actually painted the rocks black to back up their... 

 Jim_Eliason Says:  This is the first stop on the DMZ tour and the last stop for private vehicles. Beyond this point, only special buses are allowed to go to the DMZ. 

 machomikemd Says:  DMZ tour is Different from Panmunjeon Tour (DMZ tour doesn't go to Panmunjeom) hence the price is lower in DMZ tours. (Hotel - Imjingak Park - The Bridge of Freedom - DMZ Theater & Exhibition Hall - The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel - Dora Observatory - Dora Station - Pass by... 

 machomikemd Says:  This memorial was erected for the Eventual Reunification of North and South Korea and also for the unknown train personnel who died during the korean war. 

 machomikemd Says:  freight trains began traveling north past Dorasan Station into North Korea in 2007 taking materials to the Kaesong Industrial Region, and returning with finished goods. It is scheduled to make one 10 mile trip every weekday. Plans to begin regular passenger service across... 

 machomikemd Says:  Be Sure to Look at the front or side of the ATM Machine if it Accept International ATM Cards, you will see the Logos of the International ATM Consortiums such as Plus, Discovery, Cirrus, Maestro, etc. at the front or sides of the ATM and also on the screen if it says... 

 machomikemd Says:  Like Japan, South Korea has Lots of vending machines to cater to anyone but the japanese have more of these ubiquitous vendos! They offer 24 hour convenience of buying anything you crave that is available in a vending machine. Disadvantage is that you need to have small... 

 machomikemd Says:  Paju City is Promoting other Areas besides the DMZ and you can find free brochures and maps of Paju city being given in Imjingak Ticket Counters. It is worth a look see since the brochures are free.