Asia > North Korea
North Korea, officially the Democratic People`s Republic of Korea (the DPRK), is a country in East Asia in the northern half of the Korean Peninsula, with its capital in the city of Pyongyang. At its northern border are China on the Amnok River (Yalu River) and Russia on the Duman River (Tumen River), in the far northeastern corner of the country. To the south, it is bordered by South Korea, with which it formed one nation until the division following World War II.
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Around the World in 80 Clicks: North Korea
A collection of brief travel accounts with photos and Web links.
http://www.traveladventures.org/continents/asia/northkorea.shtml
A collection of brief travel accounts with photos and Web links.
http://www.traveladventures.org/continents/asia/northkorea.shtml
iExplore Travel Guide - North Korea
Information for travelers.
http://www.iexplore.com/dmap/North+Korea/Overview
Information for travelers.
http://www.iexplore.com/dmap/North+Korea/Overview
Lonely Planet - World Guide: North Korea
Comprehensive facts and advice for traveling along with background material on the culture and history of the country.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/destinations/asia/north-korea/
Comprehensive facts and advice for traveling along with background material on the culture and history of the country.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/destinations/asia/north-korea/
Travel in North Korea
Web links to travel information, including travelogues, tour operators, country information and recommended reading.
http://www.stat.ualberta.ca/people/schmu/nk.html
Web links to travel information, including travelogues, tour operators, country information and recommended reading.
http://www.stat.ualberta.ca/people/schmu/nk.html
US State Department - North Korea Consular Information Sheet
Offers general country and travel information including entry and exit requirements, safety and security, crime, health and transport.
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_988.html
Offers general country and travel information including entry and exit requirements, safety and security, crime, health and transport.
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_988.html