North Korea is opening the Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Zone on July 1st, aiming to boost tourism. The resort, six years behind schedule, boasts hotels, restaurants, and a water park, with a capacity for 20,000 visitors. Initially open to domestic tourists, its international opening remains unclear. This initiative comes as North Korea seeks to generate revenue despite heavy sanctions and a focus on military spending. While some foreign tourism exists, primarily from China and Russia, the country's recent history shows unpredictable shifts in its tourism policies.

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