I laid my eyes on North Korea this Saturday. I went up to the Demilitarization Zone at the 38th Parallel. The two mile span on either side of the border is weapon free and undeveloped on both sides. Paddy fields to the south, untouched nature to the north. It is said to be the most diverse and well preserved piece of land in the world.
We climbed through the 2nd Tunnel which North Korea constructed in 1973, allowing 1,600 soldiers an hour to infiltrate into South Korea. There is also a small museum which gives a glimpse into life in North Korea, food supply, clothing distribution, and housing shortages.
We were in need of a pick me up after the DMZ tour, so rafting we went. The rapids were quite strong, our guide kept giving warnings of falling in. By his disgruntle attitude all day I wouldn't be surprised if he wanted to lose a few of us in the rapids. We did get him smiling by the end with rocking the boat and rafting donuts. The water was cold, but the splashing wars were full force. We didn't have the excitement of bum tapping the guide, or river treats this rafting trip but the rapids and beautiful scenery made for a great afternoon.
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