This event offers a rare chance to run while taking in pristine, untouched natural scenery. Most of the course runs along unpaved roads, allowing runners to fully immerse themselves in nature. Side events include military band performances, aerobic dance shows, free food stalls, and local specialty booths.
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양구수목원
Yanggu Arboretum is located at the foot of Daeamsan Mountain, about 450 meters above sea level. Visitors can see around 90 species of trees and shrubs, 170 species of flowering plants, six endangered plant species, 153 taxidermied animals, and around 1,500 bonsai trees. The DMZ Wildflower Bonsai Garden recreates natural landscapes in bonsai form to preserve and propagate northern plant species and rare native plants. It also displays a variety of bonsai trees from across Korea. For visitors with children, the DMZ Wildlife Ecology Center is a good place to learn about plants and animals in the DMZ border area and observe turtles and tropical fish. The Wood Culture Experience Center, which has a woodworking workshop, playground, and library, is also suitable for families. The four-season sledding slope is another popular attraction. Visitors can enjoy sledding for free regardless of the season.
제4땅굴
This is the only of the North-Korean-built tunnels discovered with motorized transport inside. The water flowing out from the tunnel have filtered through mountain rock and is considered healthy to drink.
해안분지
A valley by 400-to-500-meter-above-sea-level highlands near the coast of Yanggu-gun. American reporters dubbed the basin the punch bowl. From Dolsanryeong that is between the east side and coasts in Yanggu-gun, visitors can view the beautiful panorama of the sea of fog that often hangs around the punch bowl.
펀치볼 시래기사과축제
Various agricultural products, local specialties, and foods produced in the Haean area are displayed and sold.
양록제
Held every October, the festival features a variety of performances by local military personnel, traditional folk games, and athletic events for everyone to enjoy.
을지전망대
Eulji Observatory Tower is located 1,049 meters above sea level and one of the bitterest battlegrounds of the Korean War. From the tower, visitors can see the checkpoint and farms in North Korea and four peaks including Birobong, the highest in the Geumgangsan Diamond Mountains.