Odusan Unification Observatory in Paju-si, South Korea
The Odusan Observatory is the closest place to Seoul, South Korea, from which you can observe North Korea without having to book a tour or go through security screening. The observatory sits atop a hill where the Han and Imjin rivers meet. It offers a beautiful view of the North Korean village of Maegon and its “Tower of Immortality,” which every North Korean municipality is required to erect in memory of the eternal President Kim Il Sung and the great leader Kim Jong Il. From time to time, North Korean farmers can be seen working in the surrounding fields. North Korean propaganda broadcasts can also be heard over loudspeakers. The observatory features various observation terraces, exhibition rooms, a cafe and a convenience store. It is located about 2 kilometers from the North Korean side of the river. Telescopes are available and free of charge.
The Odusan Observatory is the closest place to Seoul, South Korea, from which you can observe North Korea without having to book a tour or go through security screening.
The observatory sits atop a hill where the Han and Imjin rivers meet. It offers a beautiful view of the North Korean village of Maegon and its “Tower of Immortality,” which every North Korean municipality is required to erect in memory of the eternal President Kim Il Sung and the great leader Kim Jong Il.
From time to time, North Korean farmers can be seen working in the surrounding fields. North Korean propaganda broadcasts can also be heard over loudspeakers.
The observatory features various observation terraces, exhibition rooms, a cafe and a convenience store. It is located about 2 kilometers from the North Korean side of the river. Telescopes are available and free of charge.