North Korea Closes Borders to Foreign Tourists

North Korea has closed its borders to foreign tourists just weeks after welcoming its first Western visitors in five years, with the recent visitors limited to the city of Rason. The reason for the closure and its duration are currently unknown.

International Tourism in North Korea

A small group of foreign tourists visited North Korea for the first time in five years, potentially signaling a resumption of international tourism to help the struggling economy. The tourists visited the northeastern city of Rason and were closely monitored during their trip.

North Korea Reopening to Foreign Tourists

North Korea is taking steps to reopen to foreign tourists after five years of closed borders due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Western travel agencies are now offering guided tours to the special economic zone of Rason, providing visitors with unique experiences and insights into the country's limited market-driven reforms.

Tourism in North Korea

Foreign tourists can now visit North Korea's city of Rason for Kim Jong Il's birthday celebrations for around $720, but tours may face obstacles due to cautious North Korean government and border restrictions.