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On August 15th, 1945, the Empire of Japan surrendered and brought an end to World War II. In addition, the country’s 30 year occupation of the Korean Peninsula also coming to an end, giving the opportunity for Koreans to be an independent nation again. Kim Il Sung, soon to be leader of the DPRK, would return to the country with the Soviet army thereafter, heralding the role he played in resisting the Japanese as a … » Learn More about Liberation Day and Mass Games Delegation

On July 27th, 1953, belligerency in the Korean War came to an end with an armistice agreement in the village of Panmunjom, freezing but not resolving, the three year conflict on the peninsula. In North Korea, this date become a marked celebration, dubbed “Victory Day”. In the official state narrative, the United States had failed in their conquest of the DPRK and the forces of the Korean People’s Army were said to have successfully repelled … » Learn More about Victory Day and Mass Games Delegation

On September 9th, 1948, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea was declared as a state. Now 71 years previously, it is still here today. It is the longest lived socialist state in the world, the neighbouring People’s Republic of China having been proclaimed a year later. As a result, the specified date has become a public holiday and time of celebration within the country, one which is sometimes met with military parades. Visit North Korea … » Learn More about North Korea Grand National Day and Mass Games Tour

Join us in North Korea to witness the country’s most popular sporting event of the year. The one, the only, the Pyongyang Marathon! For the sixth year running, foreign visitors are allowed to compete as runners, or to simply come and watch at Kim Il-Sung Stadium! It is expected that over 70,000 locals will be spectating and cheering on the runners!   If you love big events, this program is an incredible opportunity and one … » Learn More about Pyongyang Marathon Tour

June 1st in North Korea is known as international children’s day (국제 아동절). As the name suggests, it is a day used to celebrate and appreciate the children of the country. This involves parents giving gifts to their children, or taking them out to fun places to enjoy themselves. As a result, we are hosting our North Korea Children’s Day Delegation. We’ll be sending a group to the country during this special occasion, taking part … » Learn More about North Korea Children’s Day Delegation