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Central District
sightseeingHeart of Pyongyang with main monuments and plazas. Kim Il-sung Square, Juche Tower, Grand People's Study House.
Moranbong District
localMoranbong Park and Arch of Triumph. Kim Il-sung Stadium, youth palaces. Where locals spend leisure time.
Taedonggang District
viewsAlong the Taedong River. Juche Tower stands here. May Day Stadium (largest in world). Riverfront promenades.
Mangyongdae District
historyKim Il-sung's birthplace - most sacred revolutionary site. Mangyongdae funfair, children's palaces.
Kumsusan Area
historyKumsusan Palace of the Sun - mausoleum of Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il. Most solemn visit of any trip.
Puhung Station Area
cultureFamous metro station - palace underground. 110m deep, Cold War bunkers. Chandeliers, mosaics, propaganda art.
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Yes, but only via organized tours with approved agencies. Must have guides at all times. Entry via Beijing (Air Koryo) or train. US citizens currently banned. Check latest restrictions.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Pyongyang
ONLY accessible via organized tours. Book through specialized agencies: Koryo Tours (Beijing), Young Pioneer Tours, Lupine Travel. Individual travel impossible. Tours from €1000-2500 for 4-8 days.
Entry via Beijing (Air Koryo) or train from Dandong, China. Russian tourists can also fly from Vladivostok. No entry from South Korea. Get visa through tour operator - takes 4-6 weeks.
NO INTERNET for tourists. No SIM cards. No WiFi. Complete digital isolation. Bring books, music offline. Your phone cameras work but no connectivity. It's part of the experience.
Bring EUR or USD cash - no cards work. Tourists don't use local won. Everything paid by tour or in foreign currency shops. No ATMs. Budget €50-100/day for extras, souvenirs, beer.
Photo rules: Ask before EVERY photo. No military, construction, poverty, unflattering angles of statues. Delete if asked. Full-body shots of leaders only, never cut off. Guides check your phone.
Kumsusan mausoleum: STRICT dark formal wear (no jeans, shorts, sandals). Men: suit/tie. Women: conservative dress. Bow 4 times (once on each side). Most solemn experience.
Best time: April-May (spring, Mass Games possible) or September (Arirang season). Summer humid, winter very cold. Avoid Feb-March (low season, limited tours).
Try Pyongyang cold noodles (naengmyeon), Taedonggang beer (surprisingly good!), ginseng dishes. Food included in tour but quality varies. Bring snacks just in case.
Weather
Average temperature by month
Now
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Jan
-4°
Feb
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Mar
11°
Apr
17°
May
22°
Jun
25°
Jul
25°
Aug
19°
Sep
11°
Oct
2°
Nov
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Safety
Medium safety level
Follow standard precautions
Safe from crime - you're always with guides. Main risk: breaking strict rules can have severe consequences. Never photograph military, wander off, or disrespect leaders. Follow guide instructions exactly. Your behavior affects future tourists.
What to see
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