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Beobwon

Gyeonggi-do, South Korea · Asia

About Beobwon

Beobwon is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Paju, 31km from Gyeongbokgung Palace.

Beobwon is a town located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. With a population of 0, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Beobwon sits in South Korea, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Seoul time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Beobwon to your route.

About Beobwon

Yongjugol (Korean: 용주골; sometimes Yong Ju Gol, Yongju-gol, or Yongju-Gol) is a red-light district in Paju, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. The area first received its reputation around the time of the 1950–1953 Korean War, when it emerged as a kijichon (military base camp town). The practice persisted in the area,

Read more despite increasing persecution by the government. As of the early 2020s, the city government has been making vigorous efforts to finally close the district.

Read more on Wikipedia

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Beobwon offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Beobwon located?

Beobwon is located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 37.8490 latitude, 126.8753 longitude.

What is the population of Beobwon?

Beobwon has a population of approximately 0 people, making it a town in South Korea.

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Quick Information

Population
0
Continent
Asia
Country
South Korea
Region
Gyeonggi-do
Timezone
Asia/Seoul
Coordinates
37.8490, 126.8753

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in South Korea

Police
112
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
right

Tourist helpline (English): 1330.

Full driving guide for South Korea

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Worth the detour from Beobwon

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)

The heavily fortified border between North and South Korea, offering a sobering glimpse into the division of the Korean Peninsula.

21 km · about 25 min drive

castle

Gyeongbokgung Palace

The main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty in Seoul, known for its grandeur and the picturesque changing of the guard ceremony.

31 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Bukchon Hanok Village

A traditional Korean village of hundreds of hanok houses nestled between two major palaces in the heart of Seoul.

31 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Changdeokgung Palace

A UNESCO World Heritage palace famed for its Secret Garden, considered the finest example of Joseon Dynasty palace architecture.

32 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Insadong

Seoul's cultural heart lined with traditional teahouses, antique shops, galleries, and craft stores in a charming pedestrian street.

32 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

A futuristic neo-futuristic landmark designed by Zaha Hadid, serving as Seoul's hub for design, art, and technology exhibitions.

33 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Cheonggyecheon Stream

A restored urban stream running through downtown Seoul with a beautiful 10.9-kilometer walking path beneath street level.

33 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Myeongdong

Seoul's premier shopping and entertainment district packed with K-beauty stores, street food stalls, and fashion boutiques.

33 km · about 40 min drive

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  • 35 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.
  • 42 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.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Beobwon.

Paju

🇰🇷 South Korea

5 km away

Gwangtan

🇰🇷 South Korea

8 km away

Munsan

🇰🇷 South Korea

8 km awayPop. 43,208

Gwangjeok

🇰🇷 South Korea

10 km away

Tanhyeon

🇰🇷 South Korea

15 km away

Jangheung

🇰🇷 South Korea

16 km away

Yangju

🇰🇷 South Korea

16 km awayPop. 179,923

Uijeongbu-si

🇰🇷 South Korea

19 km awayPop. 479,141

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