Starbucks has opened a one-of-a-kind cafe in Aegibong Peace Ecopark, Gimpo, South Korea, just 20 miles from Seoul and near the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). This 30-seat cafe offers an extraordinary experience for coffee lovers, allowing them to enjoy their favorite brew while gazing across the Jo River into North Korea.
On clear days, visitors can see farms, buildings, and even people in Kaepung County, providing a rare peek into the world’s most secretive nation.
The cafe is situated at Hill 154, a historic battleground during the Korean War. Today, it serves as a peaceful tourist attraction, blending history, culture, and scenic beauty. The location symbolizes connection and hope despite the tense relations between North and South Korea.
The opening comes at a time of heightened tensions, with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un recently rejecting reconciliation and making nuclear threats.
Yet, this Starbucks offers a peaceful alternative, drawing both locals and tourists who want a unique perspective of the divided peninsula. It’s also a fresh option for those looking to explore the DMZ’s history and significance.
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