
Mount Paektu in North Korea Earns UNESCO Global Geopark Recognition
Fundacion Rapala – Mount Paektu, a majestic stratovolcano on the border between North Korea and China, now holds the title of a UNESCO Global Geopark. This recognition marks a historic moment as it becomes North Korea’s first natural site to receive such global status. Known for its spiritual and geological importance, the mountain sits at the

North Korea Opens New Beach Resort, But It’s Closed to Foreign Tourists
Fundacion Rapala – North Korea officially inaugurated the Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Zone on July 1, 2025. Initially billed as a flagship project under Kim Jong Un to expand tourism, the resort spans a 4 km shoreline and includes hotels, restaurants, shopping centers, and water parks. With a capacity for around 20,000 guests, this massive development signals North