200 Foreigners Participate in Pyongyang International Marathon in North Korea
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April 6, 2025 11:48
north korea - First Pyongyang International Marathon in six years attracts 200 foreigners. Event details and impact of COVID-19 restrictions in North Korea.
Pyongyang International Marathon in North Korea
About 200 foreigners joined the marathon after recent border restrictions were lifted. The race covered a 42-kilometer route through Pyongyang.
Preparation and Participation
- Foreign participants arrived in Pyongyang on Friday and Saturday.
- Koryo Tours, based in Beijing, assisted in their registration.
Marathon Details
- Route: 42 kilometers through Pyongyang and countryside.
- Finish: Stadium with 50,000 spectators.
- Winner: Unknown.
COVID-19 Impact
North Korea closed borders in 2020 due to the pandemic, gradually easing restrictions in 2023.