Dora Observatory, Military observation point in Paju, South Korea
The three-story observatory building features an indoor amphitheater, viewing platforms, and telescopes for observing North Korean territory across the Demilitarized Zone.
Established in 1998, the observatory stands as a witness to the division of Korea following the armistice agreement that created the DMZ in 1953.
The facility exhibits photographs and documents that detail the complex relationship between North and South Korea through educational displays and guided presentations.
Visitors must present identification documents and follow specific security protocols due to the sensitive location near the border between the two nations.
Through mounted binoculars, observers can view the North Korean city of Kaesong and the 160-meter flagpole in the propaganda village of Gijeong-dong.
Location: Gyeonggi
Location: Paju
GPS coordinates: 37.90917,126.70583
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:43
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