Training The school in North Korea is free of charge. The compulsory school obligation from 2013 is gradually being increased from eleven to twelve years. A one-year preschool for five-year-olds must be followed by a first five-year stage and then two three-year stages. In the two higher stages, English is compulsory as a second language. […]
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North Korea Travel Information
According to constructmaterials, North Korea is a country in Asia bordering China, Russia and South Korea. The capital of North Korea is Pyongyang. A number of major cities in North Korea are: Hamhŭng, Hyesan, Kaesong and Sariwon. North Korea is known as a hilly country. About 80% of the country is mountainous. The country is ruled […]
North Korea Politics, Population and Geography
Background: After the Second World War, Korea was divided into the northern part, where the communists established themselves, and the southern part, oriented to the West. After the death of his father, the founder of the state, President KIM Il-sung (KIM ll-sung), North Korea has been headed by KIM Chong-il since 1994. After decades of […]
North Korea Population and History
Human and economic geography According to Localcollegeexplorer, North Korea is an East Asian state. At the 1993 census the population was 21,213,378. (172.8 residents/km 2), which rose to 22,488,000 according to an estimate of 2005. Population growth was rather weak, thanks to a birth rate that dropped to 15.5%, against a death rate of 7%. […]
North Korea Entry Requirements
Passport and visa regulations Nationalities Passport required visa required Return ticket required Austria Yes Yes Yes Germany Yes Yes Yes Turkey Yes Yes Yes Other EU countries Yes Yes Yes Switzerland Yes Yes Yes Passport information Generally required, must still be valid for at least 3 months upon entry. Visa information Generally required. Medicinelearners: Offers […]
Science and Culture of North Korea
A “truly folk and revolutionary culture” has been created in the North Korea. The ruling party is waging an uncompromising struggle “against the cultural expansion of imperialism” and for the establishment of a “new, socialist way of life” in all spheres. The entire education system is aimed at fostering devotion to the “great commander”, his […]