Sariwon, North Korea: travel guide
Sariwon is the capital of North Hwanghae Province and one of the most accessible provincial cities for tourists in North Korea. Its reconstructed Koryo Folk Custom Street showcases traditional Korean architecture and crafts, and the nearby Jongbang Waterfall is a pleasant natural attraction. Sariwon is a popular day-trip destination from Pyongyang, about 47 km to the north.
- Country
- North Korea
- Currency
- KPW
- Time zone
- Asia/Pyongyang
Top places to visit in Sariwon
Koryo Folk Custom Street
Cultural · 4.4 rating · about 1.5 h · entry EUR 3
A reconstructed traditional Korean village in Sariwon showcasing Goryeo-period architecture, pottery, calligraphy and traditional music. Well-preserved tiled-roof buildings house live craft demonstrations. One of the most visitor-friendly…
Jongbang Waterfall
Waterfall · 4.1 rating · about 0.5 h
A scenic waterfall (approx 20 m) on the outskirts of Sariwon within a small nature park with walking paths and pavilions. A pleasant natural break from the cultural and political sites of Sariwon; typically a short stop on day trips from…
Where to eat
- Sariwon Folk Restaurant Korean, North Korean Traditional · about EUR 10 per person
Getting around
- Bus main way to get around
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- Car With Driver main way to get around
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- Walking
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