Introduction:
Ganghwa Peace Observatory was constructed in the northern area of the Civilian Restricted Zone in Cheolsan-ri, Yangsa-myeon. Entry to this area was once strictly prohibited for the general public. Since it opened in 2008, the observatory has been providin
Directions From Seoul to Ganghwa,1) Sinchon Station (Seoul Subway Line 2), Exit 4. Go straight 260m to arrive at the bus stop in front of Artreon. From the bus stop, take Bus 3000 to Ganghwa Bus Terminal. (Approx. 2hr 30min)2) Yeongdeungpo Station (Seoul Subway Line 1). Across from Shinsegae Department Store, take Bus 88 to Ganghwa Terminal. (Approx. 2hr 30min)From Ganghwa Bus Terminal,Transfer to Bus 26 outside the terminal, and get off at Ganghwa Peace Observatory Bus Stop.Go forward until the road splits into two. Take the left road and keep going for about 260m to arrive at Ganghwa Peace Observatory.(Approx. 40min)
Tel:
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-32-930-7062
Information:
Ganghwa Peace Observatory was constructed in the northern area of the Civilian Restricted Zone in Cheolsan-ri, Yangsa-myeon.
Entry to this area was once strictly prohibited for the general public.
Since it opened in 2008, the observatory has been providing accessibility to visitors to see the area's natural ecosystem.
Ganghwa Peace Observatory also shows images related to the Korean War (1950-1953).
The basement floor and fourth floor are used as a military facility.
The observatory houses shops selling Ganghwa specialty food and North Korea’s specialty food, a management office, wishing wall for unification, and a rest area on the first floor, an exhibition hall to see the traces of war as well as high-technology binoculars on the second floor, and the observing facility to see the area of North Korea on the thrid floor, and a screen facility to show the entire view on cloudy days.
The exhibition hall on the second floor presents Ganghwa’s military experience, North Korea’s provocation, comparison of military powers between South and North Korea, unification policy, and other war-related exhibitions.
The observation area where one can see the land of North Korea includes Yeseonggang River, 2.3km long, Gaeseong Industrial Complex, the meeting point of Imjingang River and Hangang River, Aegibong Peak Observatory in Gimpo, Unification Observatory in Odusan Mountain, Paju, Ilsan new town, Songaksan Mountain, and other areas.
In particular, Ganghwa which is home to history and culture is planning to offer the best service in tourism on a themed course which combines history and cultural sites for tourists who plan for a one day trip. * Size: Site area 9,975㎡, Gross area 2,277㎡ (B1-4F)
Telephone: +82-32-930-7062 Closed Open throughout the year Tour Course Security Tour Parking Facilities Available Activity Fees Adults: Individuals 2,500 won / Groups 2,200 won Youths: Individuals 1,700 won / Groups 1,500 won Children: Individuals 1,000 won / Groups 800 won * Groups: 30 people or more * Children (ages 7-12), Teenagers (ages 13-18), Adults (ages 19-64) * Free: Babies with one companion, Seniors (ages 65 or more), People with disabilities plus one companion (Proof required) Available Facilities 1F: Administration office, specialty store, restaurant, restrooms 2F: Exhibition room, outdoor observatory 3F: North Korean territory observatory, outdoor observatory B1, 4F: Military facilities (restricted) Others: Altar Parking Fees Free Restrooms Available Korean Info.
Service Available Interpretation Services Offered Not available
Ganghwa Peace Observatory was constructed in the northern area of the Civilian Restricted Zone in Cheolsan-ri, Yangsa-myeon. Entry to this area was once strictly prohibited for the general public. Since it opened in 2008, the observatory has been providin
Directions From Seoul to Ganghwa,1) Sinchon Station (Seoul Subway Line 2), Exit 4. Go straight 260m to arrive at the bus stop in front of Artreon. From the bus stop, take Bus 3000 to Ganghwa Bus Terminal. (Approx. 2hr 30min)2) Yeongdeungpo Station (Seoul Subway Line 1). Across from Shinsegae Department Store, take Bus 88 to Ganghwa Terminal. (Approx. 2hr 30min)From Ganghwa Bus Terminal,Transfer to Bus 26 outside the terminal, and get off at Ganghwa Peace Observatory Bus Stop.Go forward until the road splits into two. Take the left road and keep going for about 260m to arrive at Ganghwa Peace Observatory.(Approx. 40min)
Tel:
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-32-930-7062
Information:
Ganghwa Peace Observatory was constructed in the northern area of the Civilian Restricted Zone in Cheolsan-ri, Yangsa-myeon.
Entry to this area was once strictly prohibited for the general public.
Since it opened in 2008, the observatory has been providing accessibility to visitors to see the area's natural ecosystem.
Ganghwa Peace Observatory also shows images related to the Korean War (1950-1953).
The basement floor and fourth floor are used as a military facility.
The observatory houses shops selling Ganghwa specialty food and North Korea’s specialty food, a management office, wishing wall for unification, and a rest area on the first floor, an exhibition hall to see the traces of war as well as high-technology binoculars on the second floor, and the observing facility to see the area of North Korea on the thrid floor, and a screen facility to show the entire view on cloudy days.
The exhibition hall on the second floor presents Ganghwa’s military experience, North Korea’s provocation, comparison of military powers between South and North Korea, unification policy, and other war-related exhibitions.
The observation area where one can see the land of North Korea includes Yeseonggang River, 2.3km long, Gaeseong Industrial Complex, the meeting point of Imjingang River and Hangang River, Aegibong Peak Observatory in Gimpo, Unification Observatory in Odusan Mountain, Paju, Ilsan new town, Songaksan Mountain, and other areas.
In particular, Ganghwa which is home to history and culture is planning to offer the best service in tourism on a themed course which combines history and cultural sites for tourists who plan for a one day trip. * Size: Site area 9,975㎡, Gross area 2,277㎡ (B1-4F)
Telephone: +82-32-930-7062 Closed Open throughout the year Tour Course Security Tour Parking Facilities Available Activity Fees Adults: Individuals 2,500 won / Groups 2,200 won Youths: Individuals 1,700 won / Groups 1,500 won Children: Individuals 1,000 won / Groups 800 won * Groups: 30 people or more * Children (ages 7-12), Teenagers (ages 13-18), Adults (ages 19-64) * Free: Babies with one companion, Seniors (ages 65 or more), People with disabilities plus one companion (Proof required) Available Facilities 1F: Administration office, specialty store, restaurant, restrooms 2F: Exhibition room, outdoor observatory 3F: North Korean territory observatory, outdoor observatory B1, 4F: Military facilities (restricted) Others: Altar Parking Fees Free Restrooms Available Korean Info.
Service Available Interpretation Services Offered Not available
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