Starbucks Opens Cafe with Views of North Korea at DMZ
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Starbucks has opened a new cafe in South Korea's Aegibong Peace Ecopark, near the DMZ, offering patrons a unique view of North Korea. Located about 20 miles from Seoul, the cafe allows visitors to observe the reclusive nation from across the Jo River. The site, historically significant due to its role in the Korean War, aims to boost tourism by providing an alternative to DMZ tours. The opening coincides with ongoing tensions between North and South Korea, as North Korea recently expressed hostility towards reconciliation efforts.
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