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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.
18 km · about 20 min drive
Gyeonggi-do, South Korea · Asia
Paju is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Munsan, 31km from Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Paju 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, Paju 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 Paju to your route.
Paju (Korean: 파주; Korean pronunciation: [pʰɐ.d͡ʑu.]) is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. Paju was made a city in 1997; it had previously been a county (gun).
The city area of Paju is 672.78 km2 (259.76 sq mi), and it is located just south of Panmunjeom on the 38th parallel. In 2024, the population of Paju wasRead more
over 501,000. To defend the South Korean capital, Seoul, many U.S. and South Korean Army bases are set up in the area. In 2002, the northernmost South Korean railway station, Dorasan, was opened on the Gyeongui Line. North Korean territory and the city Kaesong can be seen from Paju's mountain Dorasan.
Paju has seen steady residential growth due to its proximity to Seoul. The city is connected to Seoul via the Gyeongui–Jungang Line and several express bus routes, with travel times to central Seoul typically under an hour. These transportation links have contributed to Paju’s development as a commuter city. In addition to residential areas, Paju is home to cultural and tourism sites such as Heyri Art Valley, Paju Book City, and Imjingak Peace Park, attracting both residents and visitors. The city also hosts several large-scale retail complexes, including Shinsegae Paju Premium Outlets and Lotte Premium Outlet Paju Branch, which attract significant foot traffic from nearby regions.
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Paju is located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 37.8328 latitude, 126.8169 longitude.
Paju has a population of approximately 0 people, making it a town in South Korea.
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Essential numbers in South Korea
Tourist helpline (English): 1330.
Full driving guide for South Korea8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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The heavily fortified border between North and South Korea, offering a sobering glimpse into the division of the Korean Peninsula.
18 km · about 20 min drive
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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A futuristic neo-futuristic landmark designed by Zaha Hadid, serving as Seoul's hub for design, art, and technology exhibitions.
34 km · about 40 min drive
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