This is the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) that divides the Korean peninsula and is widely considered the world’s most heavily-fortified border.
Just more than 10 years ago, the DMZ was deemed a “bad idea” and “very regretful” by officials in charge of promoting South Korea’s image abroad.
But times have changed and the gove ment is now eager to promote the area as a site of peace and contemplation, recently opening 11 “DMZ peace trails” to the public. (Al Jazeera)
(colombotimes.lk)