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Paju
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Paju sits at South Korea's northern edge, where publishing-house libraries and artist studios in Heyri Art Village sit only a short drive from the tense, fenced-off Demilitarized Zone. It's a city of striking contrasts — quiet riverside parks and war memorials like Imjingak alongside outlet malls and book-town cafés.
Top attractions
attraction Bogwangsa: Paju Travel Guide (4.5★)
Bogwangsa is a working Buddhist temple in Gwangtan-myeon, Paju, tucked against the forested slopes of Mount Bobawsan north of Seoul. 4.5★ (1,458 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
attraction The Third Tunnel: Paju Travel Guide
The Third Tunnel is a North Korean-dug infiltration tunnel inside the DMZ near Paju, best visited as part of a guided half-day or full-day DMZ tour from Seoul (individual entry is restricted).
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Frequently asked questions about Paju
How do I get to Paju?
Paju has no airport of its own, so travelers arrive via Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Seoul, then reach Paju's stations — including Munsan, Geumchon, and Paju — on the Gyeongui Line commuter rail; from there, local buses or taxis cover the final stretch to specific sights like Heyri or Imjingak.
How many days should I spend in Paju?
Plan on ~1-2 days to cover Paju's main sights — enough time for a DMZ-area tour plus a wander through Book City or Heyri Art Village.
What is Paju known for?
Paju sits at South Korea's northern edge, where publishing-house libraries and artist studios in Heyri Art Village sit only a short drive from the tense, fenced-off Demilitarized Zone. It's a city of striking contrasts — quiet riverside parks and war memorials like Imjingak alongside outlet malls and book-town cafés.