6 Unique Facts about Traveling to North Korea, Still Dare to Go There?
A TikToker through his TikTok account, Indra Permana shared his holiday experience to North Korea.
"You have to follow the strictest travel regulations in the universe," said Indra at the beginning of the video.
Well, here are 6 unique vacation facts in North Korea that you won't find anywhere else;
1. Tourists who cannot enter North Korea
Keep in mind, North Korea does not accept with open arms the arrival of citizens of America, South Korea and Malaysia. Exceptions for those who have obtained permission from both governments.
2. Items that are strictly prohibited
A number of restrictions you should understand before leaving there. Make sure you don't bring blue jeans and wear piercing and makeup. Don't bring scriptures if you don't want to risk your life.
Also check your phone. Because, everything that is against the culture and government of North Korea must be removed.
3. Not living in 2021
Indra reminded his followers of this; "We have to be ready with super crazy jet-legs," he said.
Yes, North Korea applies a different year than other countries. North Korea is currently on Juche 109. Their version of the timeline begins with the birth of North Korea's first leader, Kim Il Sung.
4. Vacations are strictly monitored
A travel guide will follow you during your vacation there. So, forget your dream of a free and comfortable vacation in the country.
In fact, you can't even leave the hotel alone without supervision. There are only two types of areas that tourists can visit, namely shopping places and sites that have special permits.
5. Have to ask permission every time
Perhaps this part is the most troublesome for foreign tourists. You need permission at all times including when you want to take photos there.
"If you take the wrong photo from museums, galleries, soldiers and police, you will be suspected of being a spy,"
6. There is no culinary tour
Traveling cannot be separated from culinary tourism. Tourists usually taste the typical dishes of the countries visited.
However, you can't hunt for culinary tours in North Korea. According to Indra, there is no access to street snacks. Plus the food in the country is also not diverse.
Various strict travel regulations are a challenge for foreign tourists. After knowing these facts, do you still have the guts to take a trip to North Korea?
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