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North Korea

Kaesŏng / Where history and modernity collide

MeowScore 😾67/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😼

Best month

April

Lantern Festival is a must-see event.

🧊🎆
january

Visit Kaesong in January to witness its winter festival. ❄️🎉

⛷️🏂
february

February is the perfect month to ski in the mountains surrounding Kaesong. ⛷️🏂

🌸🌸🌸
march

In March, Kaesong's cherry blossom garden comes to life. 🌸🌸🌸

🏮🎊
april

Don't miss Kaesong's Lantern Festival in April. 🏮🎊

🌳🚶
may

May is perfect for hiking in the scenic countryside. 🌳🚶

🎶💃
june

June is the month to experience traditional Korean music and dance. 🎶💃

🍱🍜
july

July is perfect for trying out delicious Korean cuisine. 🍱🍜

🌈🎭
august

August is when you can witness the colorful Arirang Festival. 🌈🎭

🏰🕍
september

September brings the perfect weather to explore Kaesong's historic sites. 🏰🕍

🍺🍻
october

October is the month for beer lovers, as Kaesong hosts its annual Beer Festival. 🍺🍻

♨️💆
november

November is the perfect month for a relaxing hot springs getaway. ♨️💆

🎁🎄
december

December is ideal for experiencing Kaesong's traditional crafts and markets. 🎁🎄

💎

Exorbitant prices

Bigmac $?

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Due to limited options and government-controlled pricing, shopping in Kaesong is expensive for visiting cats.

There are very few options for shopping in Kaesong, but bargaining is possible at the market. Choose souvenirs and gifts wisely!

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

day trip

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

day trip

Kaesong is a popular day trip from nearby cities like Pyongyang.

Tipping

0%

Tipping is not expected in North Korea

Tipping

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Tipping is not expected in North Korea

Cash is the preferred method of payment, and splitting bills is not common practice.

internet situation

bad Speed

Very slow internet speeds reported

bad Availability

Internet is only available to a select few in the city

bad Cellular

Limited cellular coverage available

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).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Limited infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Oppressive regime.

A cat's dream come true - fortified walls to climb and endless alleys to explore.

But beware of cat-watchers, they're always lurking behind corners.

Things to do

The mainstream

⛰️
Janamsan Mountain Fortress
🍚
Kaesong Folk Hotel
👀
Kaesong Nam Gate
🌳
Sonjuk Bridge
🎨
Kaesong Koryo Museum

The mainstream

⛰️
Janamsan Mountain Fortress

A historic mountain fortress with intricate stonework dating back to the Koryo Dynasty, surrounded by scenic views. 🏞️

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🍚
Kaesong Folk Hotel

A traditional Korean courtyard-style hotel, for an authentic stay in the heart of the city. 🛌

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👀
Kaesong Nam Gate

One of the eight gates of Kaesong’s fortress, rebuilt in 1393, offers great views of the city. 🏯

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🌳
Sonjuk Bridge

A charming and serene spot, one of the oldest bridges in Korea. Perfect for a quiet afternoon. 🌉

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🎨
Kaesong Koryo Museum

History, calligraphy and art exhibits showing the Koryo Dynasty and its legacy as part of North Korean history and culture. 🏛️

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Off the beaten path

🎋
The Kaesong Folklore Museum
🏰
Kaesong Nam Gate
🏛️
The Tomb of King Kongmin
🌳
Janamsan Park
🎨
The Kim Hong-do Academy of Art

Off the beaten path

🎋
The Kaesong Folklore Museum

Explore the traditional culture of Kaesong at this museum, featuring exhibits on traditional costumes, music, and crafts. Cats who love learning about different cultures will enjoy this hidden gem.

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🏰
Kaesong Nam Gate

Visit the southern gate of Kaesong to learn about the city's rich history. Cats can walk along the old city walls and explore the ancient architecture.

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🏛️
The Tomb of King Kongmin

Cats who love history will be fascinated by the tomb of King Kongmin. The ancient site features intricate carvings and sculptures, surrounded by stunning mountain views.

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🌳
Janamsan Park

A hidden green oasis in Kaesong, perfect for cats who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Walk through the lush gardens or nap under a shady tree.

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🎨
The Kim Hong-do Academy of Art

This art academy was founded in honor of renowned painter Kim Hong-do. Cats who love art will appreciate the beautiful paintings and sculptures on display.

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Limited infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Oppressive regime.

Mindful meoweler tips

Kaesong Koryo Museum

The museum displays cultural heritage of the city and has a chance to see the Traditional Royal Costume for the cat rulers

Mausoleum of King Kongmin

The cat king Kongmin is buried along with his queen. One would be awestruck by the grandeur of the mausoleum. Don't miss the stone turtles!

Tomb of Wanggon

It is the resting place of the first king of Goryeo. The surrounding scenery is captivating, and the inscriptions are worth understanding. The cat might find solace lying under the tree shadow

Pyongyang Noodle House

The noodle soup comes with a spread of side dishes. The mouth-watering flavors are definitely worth a try, and the cats would love the soup

Minsok (Folklore) Hotel

The hotel is a blending of contemporary and traditional architecture. The unique experience of staying in a Korean-style room with heated floorboards is a treat for the cats

Useful external sites

koryogroup.com

Koryo Tours↗

Tour agency based in Beijing, China, offering group and private tours to North Korea

www.naenara.com.kp/en

Naenara↗

Official government website containing information on history, culture, and tourist attractions in North Korea

www.visitthedprk.org

Visit North Korea↗

Tour agency offering a range of tours and experiences, including visits to Kaesong and the DMZ

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