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Things to do in North Korea
One of the most tightly controlled countries on Earth, currently closed to nearly all foreign tourism except for limited Russian group tours, with a slow, cautious reopening underway as of 2026.
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Visit Pyongyang's Kim Il Sung Square
CultureThe ceremonial heart of the capital, historically the site of major state parades and a striking example of monumental socialist architecture.
Explore the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) from the North
CultureThe heavily fortified border dividing the Korean Peninsula, historically visited from the northern side as a striking Cold War-era relic still in active use.
Visit the Juche Tower in Pyongyang
CultureA towering monument to North Korea's state ideology of self-reliance, historically offering panoramic views over the capital from its observation deck.
Explore Mount Kumgang's dramatic granite peaks
NatureA scenic mountain range historically celebrated in Korean art and poetry for centuries, on both sides of the peninsula's divide.