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The DMZ

The DMZ is the demilitarized zone that has separated North and South Korea since the 1953 armistice, with observatories and exhibitions near the border.

Plan a trip to South Korea

The DMZ is the demilitarized zone that has separated North and South Korea since the 1953 armistice, with observatories and exhibitions near the border. This guide covers only official access information: some sites are closed to non-Korean visitors, so read the current notice before you book.

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