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| North Korea Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see photo North Korea still is one of the most reclusive countries of the world. Although there is a slight opening and some selected koreans are now allowed to visit their families in the south for a short day stay, visiting the country is still a highly organised operation for limited numbers of group tourists. Since access to North Korea is mainly via China, most visits are tacked on to China tours. As you can see by this night satellite view of North Korea, in comparison to South Korea it's a happening place after dark. More than 23 millions inhabitants live in this country. In comparisson, North Korea is slightly smaller than England and around 2000 square kilometers larger than South Korea. Most of its 120.540 sqkm territory is demilitarized zone, where you are not allowed to enter. The Democratic People's Republic of Korea is situated on the northern half of the Korean Peninsula. It shares borders in the south with the demilitarized zone (separating it from the Republic of Korea, see South Korea), in the east with Japan (by sea), in the north with China and in the west with the Yellow Sea. Following World War II, Korea was split into a northern, communist half and a southern, Western-oriented half. Kim Chong Il has ruled North Korea since his father and the country's founder, president Kim Il Sung, died in 1994. After decades of mismanagement, the North relies heavily on international food aid to feed its population. Most of the land, particularly on the north and east regions, consists mostly of rugged mountains, separated by deep, narrow valleys. Only a small area is cultivable or exploitable. The eastern coast is rocky and steep with mountains rising from the water, the western coast is characterized by coastal plains. The average climate is temperate with rainfall concentrated in summer. It is very similar to that of South Korea, but colder and drier in the winter. Rainy season is from July to September, but autumn is cooler. Winters are long and frigid while summers are hot, rainy and humid. The best time of the year to visit North Korea is during the months of May, June, September and October. __________History Edit This The naming dispute over the sea area located between the Korean Peninsula and the Japenese Archipelago has been the object of increasing attetion in the international community. Japan insists the only one name, the "Sea of Japan", be used for this sea area since the designation is widely used. The Republic of Korea, however, proposes that both names, "East Sea", and "Sea of Japan", be used concurrently until the two countires agree on a common designation. Korea's argument is based on two facts: first, Korea and Japan are using two different names for this sea at present, "East Sea" and "Sea Japan", and second, the concurrent use of two designations is increasingly apparent. The relevant international organizations and many governments recommend that this naming dispute be resolved through the reaching of mutual agreement between the governments of Korea and Japan. Source: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and The Northeast Asian History Foundation ::::::::: Kaesong Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Kaesong is located southeast of Pyongyang near the borderline and has a population of around 200,000 residents. However, around 800 years ago it had a population of around four times that. During that time it was the the fabulous capital of the Koryo Dynasty of Korean emperors. The Koryo Dynasty (918-1392 AD) successfully achieved the unfication of the Latter Three Kingdoms. King T'aejo laid the foundation of the dynasty that would last close to five hundred years. During that period of time Kaesong was a wealthy and sophisticated urban metropolis. For many years it was neglected and after three major wars the city was left in rubbles. However, there are still several Buddhist temples and museums in adequate conditions. The period went through political, social, and cultural changes. Viewed as the transition period between Silla and the Chosôn, its importance is sometimes neglected in summary treatments of Korean history. ::::::Practical Information Edit This Travel to the Kumgang Mountains from South Korea is strictly monitored, and must be done as a part of a tour group. Tours are done through Hyundai Asan, with overland and sea routes offered. The overland route is relatively new, leaving from Goseong Observatory, and is much faster and easier than taking the boat from Sokcho. Contact: Trips may be booked through Geumgangsan.com Co. Ltd. Tel: 82-2-739-1090 Fax: 82-2-739-3222 or in person at Geumgangsan.com Co. Ltd. 906 Haeyoung Bldg. 148 Anguk-dong, Jongno-gu Seoul. Leave Anguk Station Exit 1, and on your left look for a grey building with a green Hana Bank sign written in Hangeul a little ways down. Enter the building, take the elevator to the 9th floor and look for room 906. Open weekdays and Saturday. Tours range from day trips, where you arrange your own transit to Goseong, to three or five day excursions. On longer trips, one may arrange to be picked up in Seoul for an extra 30,000 South Korean Won round trip. Two passport sized color photos are needed to reserve a space on the tour. Things to bring : Outfit - Proper gear for hiking according to season. A raincoat would be a wise investment, although they can be bought on site in North Korea for 3 USD. Toiletries - Towels and soap are not provided in the hotels. Medicine - First aid supplies, medicines. Access to supplies is limited when in North Korea. Other - Cameras. Things not to bring: Electronics - Laptops, PDAs, cell phones, cameras with 160mm or longer lenses, binoculars with 10x zoom or higher. Video cameras may be confiscated at the border. Anything taken will be stored, and returned to you upon exit of North Korea. Hazardous Substances. Written material relating to North or South Korea. Anything determined to be detrimental to the North Korean way of life. Do not: Interfere with the duties of a North Korean Official. Litter. Pick, pluck or otherwise damage any natural things. Criticize North Korean politics or economy. Cost: Cost depends on the season and the day of departure. Departure day determines which hotel you will stay in, and directly affects the price. Expect to pay 400,000 to 600,000 South Korean Won (including transit to Goseong), and an extra 200 USD (the currency while in the areas cleared for tourism in the Kumgang area) for food, performances, optional hikes, North Korean vodka, and souvenirs. Exit Procedures: Foreigners do not seem to need a reentry permit if leaving from South Korea to the North. Before going through customs you will receive a temporary passport (a small booklet with passport information written on it, a debit card to be used in tourist zones, a filled embarkment card. These will be in a plastic sheath, to be worn around the neck at all times while in the North. South Korean exit proceedures are performed at the Goseong Observatory. There is a special line for Foreigners, (aptly, although somewhat bluntly, labelled "Foreigner"). You will receive a South Korean exit stamp. On the other side, you will be assigned a bus, that you will stay with for the duration of the tour. Remember your bus number. Entry Proceedures: North Korean customs consists of four ATCO trailers and a few tents, and is situated in one of the most beautiful areas that will be seen on the trip. North Korean officers (male and female) will supervise disembarkation from the bus. Your guide will tell you where to line up, and in what order. Customs is a cursory check of luggage through an old x-ray machine. Make sure to remove any film or camera equipment from baggage during this process. :::::::::::Kuwolsan Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see The Nine Moon Mountains are one of the most spectacular mountain peaks on the west coast of North Korea. They are located across the mouth of the majestic Taedong River. This rugged, mountanous region is covered with roads and hiking trails that provide access to two of the main mountain peaks. Along these trails you will encounter impressive waterfalls, natural hot springs, the walled remains of an old fortress, and several former shrines and hermitages. The Samsong Pleasure Ground, located south of the main peake is a main summer retreat for local Koreans. Further south is Woljongsa, an ancient, but partially reconstructed Buddhist Temple. ::::::Mangyongdae Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Mangyongdae, outside of Pyongyang, is Kim Jong Il's birthplace and treated rather like a Communist shrine. This location just like all other N Korean locations is controlled like a puppet by the Chinese authority, a communist country. It serves as a barrier from the western influenced S Korea, a progressive and highly literate nation. :::::::Pyongyang Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see x North Korea owes its tribute to Kim Il Sung on nearly every corner, the main square, the university and the stadium are named after him. His sometimes larger-than-life figure accompanies you in your stay in North Korea and especially in Pyongyang. To get an impression of the old Korea try to see the Taedong and the Potong Gate. To relax go to Moranbong Park or to the more disney-like Taesongsan recreation ground with a monorail, a rollercoaster and candy floss. The city is built around the Taedong River. Two mid-river fountains are ranked as world's highest rising to a height of 150m (492ft). In Pyongyang you will find the greatest choice of hotels and restaurants of the whole country, but even this is not too large. Pyongyang is much different from other major busy and alive Asian capitals. Here, you will not find street hawkers or television sets carried on the backs of bycycles. As a matter of fact, bycycles are not permitted in the main capital. Eating out has to be arranged by your guide, as well as any other activity or visit. If you want to go out in the evening you should try to see a revolutionary opera at the Mansudae theatre. There are good circuses and musical recitals too. For accommodation there are three hotels for foreign visitors, but you have to ask the governmental travel bureau where to stay. Normally all rooms have private baths and hotels normally have good laundry facilities. ___________Getting There Edit This Air Koryo flies twice weekly from Beijing and Shenyang in China. There are often flights to Russia and occasionally Bangkok and Macau. Other than that you can catch the train from Beijing. |