DMZ: A hidden paradise

By Korea.net Honorary Reporter Rein De Guzman

Photos = Rein De Guzman

North and South Korea's border, the so-called Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), is one of the most highly secured, but somewhat dangerous, borders in the whole world. However, did you know that there's something inside the border area? For sure, it will surprise you.

Last year on June 29 the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, in partnership with Hana Bank, conducted its "Long March of Youth from the U.N. Korean War Allied Nations." Along with 59 Korean and international students, the ministry and its guests traveled around significant places in Korea in order for the participants to discover Korea and its history. Most importantly, they formed friendships and met people from all around the world.

The Civilian Control Zone (CCZ) located in South Korea is 2 km from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. As you can see the tall mountain up in this very statement, behind it is North Korea.

There are rock formations, water sources, trees and mountains, and even landmines, in the DMZ. What's more, the view can't just overwhelm you, but relax you at the same time.

Most of the participants were tired, but when they saw this area, they were amazed and they took a lot of pictures of it.

The DMZ, for over 50 years, has been prohibited to civilians, and then it was opened and became a silent sanctuary for the military living in the vicinity of the DMZ, with wild animals, as well. The DMZ is a hidden haven. The Korean War might be the reason for there being two Koreas today, but it was able to make a natural habitat for animals and for nature.

wisdom117@korea.kr

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