38th Parallel: Bordering North and South Korea

The Military Demarcation Line (MDL)

The Military Demarcation Line (MDL), also known as the Armistice Line, is the border between North Korea and South Korea. It was established in 1953 as part of the armistice agreement that ended the Korean War.

Demarcation

The term "demarcation" refers to the act of marking boundaries or limits. The MDL serves as a clear physical boundary between the two countries, signifying their separation.

38th Parallel

The MDL roughly follows the 38th parallel, which is a latitude line that divides the Korean Peninsula in roughly equal parts. This line has been used as a reference point for dividing North and South Korea since the end of World War II.