Before decades of conflict, Korea was known for its natural beauty. Now, scientists are studying these hidden habitats and wildlife.

To the outside world, North and South Korea are defined by decades of conflict. But beyond the battle scars and big cities exists a land of stunning natural beauty, including remarkable wilderness and wildlife, plus intriguing animals—some of which share extraordinary relationships with humankind.

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North and South Korea are now defined by decades of conflict. But beyond the battle scars is a land of natural beauty, with great wilderness and remarkable wildlife.

Voices of Nature

Once an ancient mountain kingdom, Korea is now a land divided by conflict—and a very dangerous border. Here, where North meets South, in a long-isolated region, there has been a remarkable resurgence of life. The Korean demilitarized zone is now one of the most pristine wildlife habitats in Asia.

Once an ancient mountain kingdom, today Korea is a land divided by conflict—and a dangerous border. Now, the Korean demilitarized zone is a pristine wildlife habitat.