Eulji Observatory (을지전망대)
Gangwon · 621, Hu-ri, Haean-myeon, Yanggu-gun, Gangwon-do
Hours
[Observatory]March-October 09:00-18:00November-February 09:00-17:00* Last admission request must be made before 16:00* Entry may be prohibited in adverse weather; check before visiting.
[Observatory]March-October 09:00-18:00November-February 09:00-17:00* Last admission request must be made before 16:00* Entry may be prohibited in adverse weather; check before visiting.
Address
621, Hu-ri, Haean-myeon, Yanggu-gun, Gangwon-do
621, Hu-ri, Haean-myeon, Yanggu-gun, Gangwon-do
Parking
Available
Available
Overview
Eulji Observatory, located near the Military Demarcation Line along the ridge of Gachilbong Peak, is now one of the most informative sites dating back to the Korean War. From Eulji Observatory, visitors can see North Korean land from afar as well as Birobong Peak of Geumgangsan Mountain. It is the northernmost DMZ attraction and over 100,000 people visit this observation platform every year.
Location
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Info: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-481-9021
Best Time to Visit
South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
[Observatory]March-October 09:00-18:00November-February 09:00-17:00* Last admission request must be made before 16:00* Entry may be prohibited in adverse weather; check before visiting.
Available
Mondays (closed the following day if Monday is a national holiday), January 1, morning on the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-481-9021
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