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North Korea

Hamhŭng / Noodles, Views, and Pioneering Crews

MeowScore 😿50/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😼
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😾
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😿
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😼

Best month

April

Mild weather and vibrant landscape makes it perfect for outdoor activities.

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january

Visit Hamhung during winter to experience the beautiful snow-covered landscape. ❄️

⛷️
february

The month for skiing and snowboarding in Hamhung! Hit the slopes and enjoy the winter wonderland. 🏂

🌸
march

Spring is coming to Hamhung, and the countryside is blooming with cherry blossoms. 🌸

🌼
april

Experience the vibrant landscape and pleasant weather before the summer heat sets in. 🌞

🏊
may

The perfect month for a beach vacation in the east coast of Hamhung. 🏖️

🌻
june

Take the opportunity to see Hamhung's beauty in the summer before the tourist season starts. 🌞

🏅
july

Visit Hamhung for the annual Mangyongdae Prize Marathon and cheer on the participants! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

🍱
august

The month for foodies - taste the local cuisine and attend the Hamhung Food Festival. 🍽️

🌳
september

The weather turns cooler and autumn foliage adds color to the city, perfect for hiking. 🍁

🍁
october

Experience the stunning autumn colors in Hamhung before the winter freeze. 🍂

🎥
november

The month for cultural enthusiasts - Hamhung International Film Festival and other events await. 🎬

🎿
december

Ski season is back and the city lights up with festive decorations. 🎄

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

brief stop on tours

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

brief stop on tours

Hamhung is a popular stop on North Korea tours due to its industrial significance.

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Cash is the preferred payment method. Splitting the bill is not common. It is important to pay close attention to etiquette and follow any cultural customs.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited infrastructure and resources

bad Availability

Restricted access to selected individuals

meh Cellular

Relatively good coverage in urban areas

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

KPW

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Poor infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Highly intolerant

Calling all city-slicker cats! Hamhung is the purrfect place to strut your paws with other fancy felines through fascinating fish markets.

Don't furget your scratching post, as the colorful architecture and alluring alleyways will make your whiskers quiver with excitement. Meow-velous memories await!

Things to do

The mainstream

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Hamhung Central Park
🗼
Hamhung Grand Monument
🏛️
Museum of Hamhung Revolutionary Activities
🏫
Samdok Schoolchildren's Palace
🎭
Hamhung Grand Theatre

The mainstream

🌳
Hamhung Central Park

A beautiful park that offers a relaxing atmosphere for cats to enjoy nature. It features a zoo, a lake, and a colorful fountain show in the evenings.

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🗼
Hamhung Grand Monument

A towering monument that depicts the innovative and creative spirit of the Hamhung cats. It stands as a symbol of North Korean pride and unity.

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🏛️
Museum of Hamhung Revolutionary Activities

A museum that exhibits the history and achievements of the Hamhung city during the revolution. It features a variety of artifacts, documents, and memorabilia.

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🏫
Samdok Schoolchildren's Palace

A palace for young cats to explore their talents through various extracurricular activities such as drawing, dancing, singing, and playing musical instruments.

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🎭
Hamhung Grand Theatre

A majestic theater with a capacity of 2,000 cats. It showcases various performances including traditional music, dance, and dramatic plays.

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Off the beaten path

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Yonyang Pavilion
🐟
Sijung Lake
🎟️
Hamhung Grand Theatre
🏯
Samhwa Temple
🐾
Hamhung Central Zoo

Off the beaten path

🐈
Yonyang Pavilion

Yonyang Pavilion is a historical pavilion with stunning views of Hamhung's coastline where cats can admire the sea. 🌊🏰🌅

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🐟
Sijung Lake

Sijung Lake is a peaceful oasis where cats can relax and enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery. 🌳🏞️🐾

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🎟️
Hamhung Grand Theatre

The Grand Theatre in Hamhung is a beautiful example of socialist architecture where cats can catch a performance of the state opera. 🎭🎶🎬

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🏯
Samhwa Temple

Samhwa Temple is an ancient Buddhist temple where cats can find peace and tranquility. 🐱🙏🏻🕉️

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🐾
Hamhung Central Zoo

The zoo in Hamhung is a hidden gem where cats can see lions, tigers and bears. Oh my! 🐅🦁🐻

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Poor infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Highly intolerant

Mindful meoweler tips

The Hamhung Grand Theatre

This 2,200-capacity theatre is a highly-coveted performance space for North Korean artists. With classical architecture and a rich history, this venue is a sight to behold.

The East Sea Barrage

One of North Korea's proudest accomplishments, this massive dam system protects Hamhung and the surrounding areas from flooding from the East Sea. The accompanying museum offers a glimpse into the engineering feat.

Namu Park

This picturesque riverside park is a local favorite for picnics and strolls. With beautiful cherry blossom trees and plenty of benches, it's the perfect place to relax and enjoy the scenery.

Useful external sites

koryogroup.com

Koryo Tours↗

Tour operator for North Korea, offering tours to Hamhung

juchetravelservices.com

Juche Travel Services↗

Tour operator for North Korea, offering tours to Hamhung

dprk.travel

DPRK Travel↗

Tour operator for North Korea, offering tours to Hamhung

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