Bangujeong Pavilion and Historic Site of Hwang Hui (반구정과 황희선생유적지)

2.6Km 2024-02-07

3 Bangujeong-ro 85beon-gil, Munsan-eup, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Bangujeong is a pavilion situated in the lower reaches of the Imjingang River. It's where Hwang Hui (1363-1452), a civil servant from the late Goryeo and early Joseon dynasties, spent his later years after resigning from his position as Yeonguijeong, the highest-ranking official in the Joseon dynasty. This historic site dedicated to Hwang Hui includes a shrine erected in his memory and the Gyeongmojae Shrine, which houses details about his accomplishments.

Dorasan Station (도라산역)

3.8Km 2024-02-29

556, Nosang-ri, Jangdan-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-953-3334

Dorasan Station is the closest South Korean railway station to North Korea. Initially, the station was served by a railway that connected Seoul with China and Europe, but it was destroyed during the Korean War (1950-1953). The station and the railway were rebuilt in 2002 to prepare for the railway’s reconnection to North Korea. Dorasan Station is located 55 km away from Seoul and 205 km from Pyeongyang. All visitors are required to bring their identification, such as passports or Alien Registration Card (ARC).

Dora Observatory (도라전망대)

3.9Km 2024-11-28

310 Je3ttanggul-ro, Jangdan-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-954-0303

Dora Observatory is the closest DMZ observatory to Panmunjeom. From Dora Observatory, one can see not only the Panmunjeom but also the village of Daeseong-dong within the DMZ, mountains and farmlands on the North Korean side, and the city of Gaeseong, a North Korean city and the historic capital of Goryeo (918-1392). Individual visits are not allowed. The observatory can only be accessed through the DMZ Peace Tour, which embarks from Imjingak Pavilion after reservation. All visitors are required to bring their identification, such as passports or Alien Registration Card (ARC).

Homeplus - Paju Munsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 파주문산)

4.4Km 2024-04-18

1759, Bangchon-ro, Munsan-eup, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Olive Young - Paju Dangdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 파주당동)

4.6Km 2024-04-17

1725, Bangchon-ro, Munsan-eup, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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The 3rd Tunnel (제3땅굴)

4.8Km 2024-02-29

210-358, Je3ttanggul-ro, Gunnae-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-940-8526

The 3rd Tunnel is the third of its kind built by North Korea for the purpose of invading South Korea. It was discovered in 1978. Among the four tunnels located so far, it is closest to Seoul (about 52 km). It has a total length of 1.6 km and a x_width of 2 m. It is estimated that nearly 30,000 personnel can move through the tunnel every hour. Visitors to the 3rd Tunnel must reserve the tour in advance. The tour starts from the Imjingak Pavilion. All visitors are required to bring their identification, such as passports or Alien Registration Card (ARC).

Olive Young - Paju Munsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 파주문산점)

5.2Km 2024-06-27

#104, 71, Munhyang-ro, Munsan-eup, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Hwaseokjeong Pavilion (화석정)

5.7Km 2021-12-14

152-72, Hwaseokjeong-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-940-5831

Hwaseokjeong Pavilion was built in honor of Gil Jae, a Goryeo dynasty Confucian scholar who had resigned from his government post to train young scholars. Overlooking the Imjingang River, the pavilion provides a good resting area dotted with zelkova trees.

Tomb of Hwang Hui (황희정승묘)

7.0Km 2024-02-07

23-83 Jeongseung-ro 88beon-gil, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Hwang Hui (1363-1452) is a prime minister who played a significant role in the early Joseon dynasty. Constructed in three stages, the tomb's burial mound is notably large. Hwang Hui was an official instrumental in establishing the foundations of Joseon. He served under King Taejong, the 3rd king of Joseon, and King Sejong, the 4th king, making notable contributions in diplomacy, law, science, and national defense. His descendants have continued to honor his legacy by maintaining the tomb.

Yulgok Arboretum (율곡수목원)

7.3Km 2023-02-02

392, Jangseungbaegi-ro, Papyeong-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Yulgok Arboretum was established for the preservation, proliferation, and exhibition of plant genetic resources, and provides a variety of resort services related to forest culture for citizens. It features a four seasons garden, conifers garden, rock garden, fruit tree garden, Saimdang Forest, and many other beautiful venues, and also offers diverse forest experiences. It also provides a forest experience program for infants and toddlers as well as a forest healing program in which people of all ages and genders may participate. The Dulle Trail surrounding the arboretum runs some 5 kilometers in length and exudes diverse views from its observatory, pine scent path, and Munbawi Rock. From the arboretum, you will be able to see the Imjingang River to the north and great mountains such as Papyeongsan and Gamaksan to the east. It is possible to tour the historical sites of Yulgok Yi I and Hwang Hui as well since they are close by.

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