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North Korea Unveils Massive Wonsan-Kalma Resort for Tourists

6/29/2025

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North Korea's Wonsan-Kalma beach resort, which opened on June 24, 2023, is set to transform the tourism landscape with its capacity for 20,000 guests, complete with hotels, waterparks, and diverse dining. While domestic visitors can explore starting July 1, foreign tourists are still barred, as Kim Jong Un champions this initiative to rejuvenate the economy.

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North Korea's Wonsan-Kalma beach resort, which opened on June 24, 2023, is set to transform the tourism landscape with its capacity for 20,000 guests, complete with hotels, waterparks, and diverse dining. While domestic visitors can explore starting July 1, foreign tourists are still barred, as Kim Jong Un champions this initiative to rejuvenate the economy.