Odusan Unification Tower
Odusan Unification Tower
4.2
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Temac1970
Melbourne, Australia250 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Fascinating. We were on a tour with a tour guide but irrespective, there is plenty of info available here to provide good context (just need google translate to assist on occasion). Interesting views of the north. !! Well worth a visit.
Written October 18, 2023
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Lance H
Boerne, TX1,249 contributions
Apr 2019
Here stands a tower in hopes of reunification of the two Koreas. In a way, the tower symbolizes just how far apart they are. A solid, modern structure overlooking a poor, backwards, downtrodden neighbor. This is a good place to see North Korea from.
Written March 30, 2020
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Ricardo B
Miami, FL2,773 contributions
Feb 2016 • Friends
The observatory is nothing special but the fact you can peep over North Korea and you can see the defences of both countries over the border, makes this a worthwhile visit of you are in the area
Written February 2, 2016
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Monchan07
Hong Kong, China442 contributions
Feb 2019 • Family
We didn’t expect to see North Korea at such close distance just an hour out of Seoul. The history was very interesting and the contrasts between the North/South Korea were just beyond words. 500m only yet worlds apart......
Written January 22, 2020
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XUSA_TravelerX
United States162 contributions
Sep 2017 • Business
The observatory gives you a great view of North Korea. There are free binoculars to see the northern side. On a clear day, you will be able to see the "fake village" as well as real villages and the people who iive in them going about their daily life. There is a short documentary in several languages available to watch that is informative as well.
Written September 17, 2017
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Heng How N
Singapore, Singapore7,596 contributions
Apr 2017 • Friends
This observatory building is just on top of the hill and can see the meeting of the two river of Korea Peninsula - Hangang River and Imjingang River. There are many telescopes for visitors to see the opposite of South Korea on what the North Koreans are doing. There is a short video for visitors to understand a bit of Korean history and why the unification about
There are two fences separating the two Koreas, and in between this DMZ there is no human being. the only things allow to move about are birds, fishes and animals.
There are two fences separating the two Koreas, and in between this DMZ there is no human being. the only things allow to move about are birds, fishes and animals.
Written April 16, 2017
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Erin W
Cheltenham, UK151 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
The views over the merging river Han and Imjin are very nice and you can see a North Korean village on the other side with people going about their business. We came here as the Dora observatory was closed, I have been to both and think the views are, if anything, more impressive from here.
Written February 10, 2016
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kjmagnuson
Los Angeles, CA668 contributions
Jul 2012 • Solo
Odusan Observatory offers a very good view of North Korea, which is located directly across the river from the site. On a clear day you can see miles into North Korean territory if that interests you. The atmosphere is far more relaxed than Panamunjon, which is full of tourists. Odusan Observatory is a easy trip from Seoul, and if you want a different kind of souvenir their are plenty of North Korean made products for sale. I've been told North Korean beer tastes better than the South, at least DPRK has THAT going for them.
The observatory also offers small exhibits about North Korea life, society, and fashion. Overall, my visit here was interesting and worth the trip.
The observatory also offers small exhibits about North Korea life, society, and fashion. Overall, my visit here was interesting and worth the trip.
Written December 8, 2012
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Lou M
Penang Island, Malaysia132 contributions
Apr 2016 • Friends
When visiting Paju for a day we visited the observatory and what a surprise! Totally unexpected we had a good view accross the border to observe their daily life. The 20x binoculars that are free to use make it possible to see more about their daily life, to observe their agricultural activities from the viewing platform. A presentation is english spoken and explains good details. The shuttle bus from the foot of the hill to the observatory is free and access is KRW3,000 normally, now during the renovation reduced to KRW1,500 per person.
Written April 3, 2016
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maxcjc
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia96 contributions
Mar 2016
The visit here was part of the Panmunjom tour I joined. There's a short educational video explaining the 2 Koreas but the highlight is actually being able to see NK from the viewing decks indoor and outdoor, that are equipped with powerful binoculars. Viewed from here the physical landscape difference between 2 sides is apparent (you'll know why there, no spoilers) and I actually saw North Koreans moving about outside their homes, it was quite exciting.
Written March 13, 2016
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Hello, since the DMZ/JSA tour has been canceled our tour operator has given us two alternatives either opt for the Ganghwa observatory tour or the Odusan unification tower. Can anyone help us decide? We are not aware nor able to find any clear information on the differences between them.
Written December 24, 2019
Hello, since the DMZ/JSA tour has been canceled our tour operator has given us two alternatives either opt for the Ganghwa observatory tour or the Odusan unification tower. Can anyone help us decide? We are not aware nor able to find any clear information on the differences between them.
Written December 24, 2019
Is it possible for a private car to drop us off closer than the parking lot? I read you have to wait for the shuttle from the parking lot for 20-30 minutes, which we'd like to avoid.
Written April 16, 2018
The shuttle comes by every 10 minutes so it is a very short wait. I missed one because it was full and the next was 10 minutes behind. Plus is is free.
Written June 14, 2018
Hi everyone, how do I get to the Odusan Unification Tower from Seoul? Do I have to go on a tour or is there public transport?
Written September 29, 2017
You can take a tour and some tours drive up directly for drop off and pick up.
Written June 14, 2018
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