North Korea will soon open a long-delayed city for tourism by next year. Wonsan-Kalma Beach Resort, a city designed to support tourism, will reportedly welcome foreign tourists in May of the following year. It is possible that the stringent policies of North Korea will entail tourists being accompanied by escorts. Here are all of the other important details that you would need to know about this particular tourist city in North Korea.
Long-Delayed Tourist City In North Korea To Open In May
According to an article which was recently published by The Times Of India or TOI, the island stretches across 605 acres or 245 hectares. Kim Jong Un, the leader of the country, announced his plans on his recent visit to the city.
Located on the east coast, it will have thousands of hotel rooms as well as a white sand beach. The beach stretches across 5.5 kilometres. If reports are to go by, a few Russian tourists were given a preview of the resort.
The country and its media had previously indicated an interest in welcoming tourists from friendly countries like China and Russia.
Other Important Details About Wonsan-Kalma Beach
The TOI article also mentions that owing to North Korea’s stringent policies, it is possible that tourists from foreign countries will be accompanied by escorts at all times. What is more, it is also likely that tourists may not be allowed to leave their rooms without their escorts.
The development of this city began in 2018. However, owing to the global pandemic, it came to a complete standstill in 2020. The following year, the development resumed and on his latest visit, the leader announced that the construction was in its final phase.
He also emphasised the importance of having good service as well as a leisure-oriented tourist spot. It is hoped that once Wonsan-Kalma opens up, it will be one of the premier tourist destinations in the world.
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