Kim Jong Un's 20,000-Bed Beach Resort Opens in Wonsan
North Korea's Wonsan Kalma Resort, a sprawling complex with accommodations for 20,000 guests, has officially opened, marking Kim Jong Un's ambitious push into tourism. The resort features a 2.5-mile beach, hotels, and recreational facilities, aiming to transform the secluded nation into a tourist hotspot. However, with ongoing international sanctions and limited foreign interest, questions arise: Will this 'world-class' destination draw the anticipated crowds, or will it remain a monument to isolation?
Despite its grandeur, the resort's success hinges on attracting foreign tourists, a challenge given North Korea's geopolitical standing. While some Russian visitors have been granted access, broader international tourism remains restricted. Experts question whether this lavish development can overcome the nation's isolation to become a genuine tourist attraction or if it will serve primarily as a domestic retreat.
Spanning 2.5 miles of coastline, the Wonsan Kalma Resort offers accommodations for nearly 20,000 guests, yet its beaches remain eerily empty, highlighting the stark contrast between ambition and reality.
