The Korean Demilitarized Zone (aka DMZ) in a a 1969 map created by U.S. Central Intelligence Agency. It is a strip of land about 4 km wide running across the Korean Peninsula, established in 1953 by the provisions of the Armistice Agreement for the Restoration of the South Korean State to serve as a buffer zone between the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea …
1939 panorama map of Kumgangsan (Diamond Mountain), Korea
An extremely attractive 1939 panoramic view map of Kumgangsan or Diamond Mountain, North Korea. Kumgagsan is an important tourist destination, one of the few areas in North Korea that is open to foreign tourism and regularly visited by international travelers. The mountain is known for is dramatic views and stunning natural beauty. This uncommon type of map evolved out of traditional …
