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Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
The heavily fortified border between North and South Korea, offering a sobering glimpse into the division of the Korean Peninsula.
14 km · about 25 min drive
AsiaSouth KoreaGyeonggi-do
Munsan
Gyeonggi-do, South Korea · Asia
About Munsan
Munsan is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Paju, 35km from Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Munsan is in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, with about 43,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Paju, about 4 km away.
Munsan is a town of Paju, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. It lies on the south bank of the Imjin River, close to the edge of the Demilitarized Zone and near Panmunjom and the Joint Security Area.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Munsan?
Within an hour or so of Munsan: Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) (14 km), Gyeongbokgung Palace (35 km), Bukchon Hanok Village (35 km), Changdeokgung Palace (36 km).
Are there any good drives near Munsan?
The nearest famous roads are Hangyeryeong Pass.
Where is Munsan?
Munsan is in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, about 4 km from Paju.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 43,208
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- South Korea
- Region
- Gyeonggi-do
- Timezone
- Asia/Seoul
- Coordinates
- 37.8594, 126.7850
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in South Korea
Tourist helpline (English): 1330.
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Worth the detour from Munsan
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Gyeongbokgung Palace
The main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty in Seoul, known for its grandeur and the picturesque changing of the guard ceremony.
35 km · about 40 min drive
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Bukchon Hanok Village
A traditional Korean village of hundreds of hanok houses nestled between two major palaces in the heart of Seoul.
35 km · about 40 min drive
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Changdeokgung Palace
A UNESCO World Heritage palace famed for its Secret Garden, considered the finest example of Joseon Dynasty palace architecture.
36 km · about 40 min drive
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Insadong
Seoul's cultural heart lined with traditional teahouses, antique shops, galleries, and craft stores in a charming pedestrian street.
36 km · about 40 min drive
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Cheonggyecheon Stream
A restored urban stream running through downtown Seoul with a beautiful 10.9-kilometer walking path beneath street level.
37 km · about 45 min drive
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Myeongdong
Seoul's premier shopping and entertainment district packed with K-beauty stores, street food stalls, and fashion boutiques.
37 km · about 45 min drive
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Dongdaemun Design Plaza
A futuristic neo-futuristic landmark designed by Zaha Hadid, serving as Seoul's hub for design, art, and technology exhibitions.
38 km · about 45 min drive
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- 39 kmN Seoul Tower (Namsan Tower)A communication and observation tower atop Namsan Mountain offering panoramic views of Seoul and famous for its love lock fences.
- 48 kmLotte World Tower Seoul SkySouth Korea's tallest building at 555 meters with the Seoul Sky observation deck offering sweeping views of the entire metropolitan area.
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