Paju City, ‘Shall we go on a trip to Paju?’… How to use Paju for a family outing in May

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2024-05-02 08:13:32

Paju City introduces ways to use Paju for family outings. If you are planning a fun outing with your family to celebrate Family Month in May, how about visiting Paju City, where you can enjoy a natural environment, unique cultural experiences, and even peace and security experiences? In celebration of Family Month in May, Paju City introduces Paju travel destinations that are good for families and seeks to attract holiday visitors.

Paju tourism to enjoy peace, security, and experiences

The first place for a family outing recommended by the city is Imjingak Tourist Site. For the elderly, it is a place to overcome the pain of war and overcome it, for the MZ generation it is a great place for dates and photography, and for children, it is the best place to play and learn about history.

You can ride retro rides at Imjingak Peace Land Amusement Park and experience the DMZ vividly through realistic videos at DMZ Live Nuri.

If you take the Peace Gondola and cross the Civilian Control Line, you can see Gallery Greaves, which was created as an exhibition space in an old US military base that used to be a bowling alley. A copy of the Armistice Agreement delivered to Gyeonggi Province by the Neutral Nations Supervisory Commission to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Armistice last year is also on display here. Additionally, the National June 25th Abduction Memorial Hall at the entrance to Imjingak makes us think once again about the pain and tragedy of war.

In addition, there are many other things to see, such as the Freedom Bridge, Mangbaedan Altar, the Peace Bell, and the steam locomotive, which are designated as cultural assets. You can fly a kite at Pyeonghwa Nuri and relax by setting up a tent in the tent area, so there is not enough time to enjoy the Imjingak tourist attraction in one day.

DMZ Saengsaengnuri and Peace Gondola offer a 50% discount for Paju citizens, and there are various discount benefits for seniors over 65, the disabled, people of merit, military and police, and those who bring receipts, so be sure to check them out when you visit Imjingak.

Even for tourists who have previously visited Imjingak, the tourist site becomes even more special if they listen to the commentary of a cultural tour guide. On-site application is possible, so please visit the cultural and tourism guide’s house located on the first floor of the Korean Peninsula Ecological Peace Comprehensive Tourist Center.

Take a Hwangpo sailboat ride on the Imjingang River and tour Paju, a natural and historical healing spot.

There are many hidden attractions in the Jeokseong-myeon area, where the Gamaksan Suspension Bridge is located. Gamaksan Mountain Suspension Bridge, which started the nationwide suspension bridge craze, is popular as a hiking course, but it is also a place that even young children can visit because it only takes about 15 to 20 minutes to climb.

In addition, there are Hwangpo Sailboats where you can enjoy the Imjin River by boat, various farms and campsites where you can experience farming with children, making it a great place to spend a quiet two-day and one-night trip.

If you want to take a leisurely walk in nature, we recommend visiting the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty. Paju Samneung and Paju Jangneung, which are registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, are good walking courses for the whole family. In particular, Paju Jangneung is a tomb where King Injo is buried, and it became widely known last year with the popularity of the drama Lovers.

Paju citizens receive a 50% discount in both places, and admission is free on the last Wednesday of every month, a cultural day. There is a commentator’s house at the entrance to the ticket office. If you want a commentary, you can apply on site.

The last recommended destination is Majang Lake. Recently, a ramp was installed for barrier-free tourism, and a first parking lot was added to secure crosswalks and sidewalks. It is a place where the whole family can leisurely walk and rest. Additionally, there are facilities for experiencing things on the lake, such as canoeing, kayaking, and water biking. If you have visited Majang Lake, it would be a good idea to visit nearby Bogwangsa Temple, a thousand-year-old temple, and Hyeeumwonji, where the national hotel of the Goryeo Dynasty was located.

Enjoy a variety of Paju tours at the Tongil Dongsan Special Tourist Zone

In addition, there are many places in Paju that families can visit, such as Paju Book City, Heyri Art Village, Provence, Odusan Unification Observatory, National Folk Museum of Korea Paju, and Traditional Architectural Materials Preservation Center.

If you want to visit several places in one day, take the city tour bus that leaves from Exit 1 of Unjeong Station. You can enjoy many tourist attractions without the burden of driving.

Queen Reporter Hana Choi Photo by Paju City

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2024-05-02 08:13:32

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