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According to Yonhap News Agency, the South Korean government announced on April 30th its plan to open 10 peace-themed trails near the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) between South Korea and North Korea. These trails are expected to welcome visitors starting in mid-May.
Information from the South Korean Ministry of Defense and Ministry of Culture has confirmed that these trails will stretch through border towns and cities in Gyeonggi and Gangwon provinces, as well as on the western border island of Ganghwa.
Visitors can explore the pristine nature and unique historical heritage of the DMZ region, learn about the history of Korean division and the desire for peaceful reunification of the two Koreas. They can also participate in cultural and educational activities organized along the trails.
These routes are expected to officially open on May 13th. Interested visitors can register through the official government website or via the Durunubi mobile app.
The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is located more than 50km north of Seoul, South Korea. Approximately 250km long and 4km wide, the zone has been in place since the 1953 Armistice Agreement, which divided the Korean Peninsula.
This is one of the most heavily guarded border areas globally, and also a tourist destination that attracts a large number of international and domestic visitors.
