On July 27, 1953, the Korean War ended with a cease-fire. The Northern and Southern Limit Lines were created as each side moved their troops back 2km from the Military Demarcation Line. The lines reach 248 km in length from Jeongdong-ri, Paju-si to Myeongho-ri, Goseong-gun. At the present time, an area within 2 km in both the north and south side is designated as the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone). Excluding the DMZ, the overall area is considered to be the most heavily militarized region in the world.
Freedom Bridge is located at the back of Bangbaedan altar in front of Imjingak Square in Majwong-ri, Munsan-eup. It was named Freedom Bridge because 12,733 Korean War prisoners returned home for freedom through this bridge in 1953. It alkso has symbolic significance of return to freedom. As much as so, Freedom Bridge is a representative heritage of the Korean War. Located against a beautiful natural backdrop, the bridge is a fantastic place for photos, so get inspired and create some memories.
DMZ Theater - You will have an opportunity to watch a short 7-8 minute video about the Korean conflict. The video provides a South Korean perspective on the Korean War, how the DMZ came about, and today's current situation. It also gives some background to the infiltration tunnels that North Korea dug. Having just had the opportunity to walk through the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, it should be pretty enlightening .
DMZ Exhition Hall - the best place for history lovers the next point on your DMZ experience is the Exhibition Hall. Here, you will see some key artefacts to give you a better understanding of our bitter history. Containing phothos documents, and some remnants from the past, a walk through the Exhibition Hall will provide you with a deeper and more visual knowledge of the conflict. there are many exhibits on display and some interesting facts for history buffs.
Tthe 3rd Infiltration Tunnel is located 12Km away from Munsan and 52km from Seoul, the tunnel was discovered in 1978. Its purpose was to be used to invade the south. At 1,635m long, 2m high and 2 wide, the tunnel has the capacity of moving an entire division per hour. The curious fact here is that when the tunnel was discovered, North Korea alleged that the south had built it for a surprise attack, but evidence points to the contrary.
Dorasan Observatory is sitting at the top of Dorasan, the Observatory is ideal for looking across the border. This is the part closest to the North and is one of travelers' favorite highlights on the tour. You will be able to see the North's proparanda village located right inside the DMZ and see as far as Gaesong , the ninth-largest city in North Korea. if you're lucky to be here on a clear day, you'll get to see the bronze statue of Kim il sung. And you will see an uninhibited view of Kijong-dong, Gaeson city and Gaesong industrial complex.