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North Korea
Author: Robert Willoughby
Publisher: Chalfont St Peter Bradt 2014
Series: Bradt travel guide
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Print book : English : 3rd edView all editions and formats Summary:
Denne serien ble grunnlagt av Hilary Bradt i 1974. Reisehåndbรธkene inneholder detaljerte beskrivelser om historie, geografi, klima, språk og kultur, og gir en oversikt over hoteller og restauranter. Bรธkene er ukonvensjonelt skrevet av personer som kjenner stedene godt.
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Nord-Korea -- Reisehåndbรธker
Nord-Korea -- Reisehandbรธker
Document Type: Book
All Authors / Contributors: Robert Willoughby
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ISBN: 9781841624761 1841624764
OCLC Number: 1028493012
Language Note: Engelsk tekst
Description: x, 286 s. illustrations, kart
Contents:
PART ONE GENERAL INFORMATION 1
Chapter 1 Background Information 3
Geography 3, Climate 6, Natural history and conservation 6, History 8, Economy 50, People 62, Language 67, Religion 68, Culture 71
Chapter 2 Practical Information 77
When to visit 77, Highlights 77, Suggested itineraries 79, Tour operators 79, Red tape 82, Embassies and consulates 83, Getting there and away 85, Health 89, Safety 93, What to take 93, Money 93, Getting around 94, Accommodation 95, Eating and drinking 96, Nightlife 97, Shopping 98, Photography 100, Media and communications 100, Time zone 103, Cultural etiquette 103PART TWO THE GUIDE 107
Chapter 3 Pyongyang 108
Geography 109, History 109, Getting there and away 116, Getting around 116, Where to stay 122, Where to eat and drink 124, Entertainment and nightlife 127, Shopping 127, Other practicalities 127, What to see and do 128
Chapter 4 Pyongyang to Sariwon, Kaesong and Panmunjom 153
Sariwon 153, Kaesong 158, Panmunjom and the DMZ 165
Chapter 5 Nampo, Mount Kuwol and Haeju 171
Nampo 172, Mount Kuwol 177, Haeju 179
Chapter 6 North from Pyongyang: Pyongsong and Mount Myohyang 184
Pyongsong 184, Myohyangsan 187
Chapter 7 East Coast Central: Pyongyang to Wonsan 197
Wonsan 197
Chapter 8 Wonsan to Mount Kumgang, or Kumgangsan 204
Kumgang flora and fauna 204, Kumgangsan 205
Chapter 9 East Coast to Tanchon 215
Hamhung 215, Hungnam 218, Tanchon 219, Komdok 220
Chapter 10 Northernmost Corner 223
Chapter 10 Northernmost Corner 223
Chongjin 226, Chilbosan 229, Rajin and Sonbong, collectively known as Rason 232, Hoeryong 239
Chapter 11 Mount Paektu/Paektusan 243
Chapter 11 Mount Paektu/Paektusan 243
Flora and fauna 245, Getting there and away 245, Where to stay 246, What to see and do 246
Chapter 12 The Border with China and Beyond 252
Chapter 12 The Border with China and Beyond 252
Sinuiju 252, Dandong 256, South from Dandong 262, North from Dandong 262Appendix 1 Language 271
Appendix 2 Further Information 274 Index 284
Series Title: Bradt travel guide
Responsibility: Robert Willoughby.
Abstract:
North Korea Travel Guide - Expert holiday tips and advice including Pyongyang monuments and historical sites, visas and trip planning, history, culture and etiquette. Also featuring historical Read more...
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'The pick of the guidebooks.' - The Observer'Currently unbeatable.' - Wanderlust
Appendix 2 Further Information 274 Index 284
Series Title: Bradt travel guide
Responsibility: Robert Willoughby.
Abstract:
North Korea Travel Guide - Expert holiday tips and advice including Pyongyang monuments and historical sites, visas and trip planning, history, culture and etiquette. Also featuring historical Read more...
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'The pick of the guidebooks.' - The Observer'Currently unbeatable.' - Wanderlust
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North Korea (Bradt Travel Guides)
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3.69 · Rating details · 16 ratings · 3 reviews
A fascinating land on the edge of the world, despite recent tensions North Korea is a country more accessible than commonly believed. Bradt's North Korea guide is still the market leader after over a decade. Whole new parts of the country have opened up, including the cities of Pyongsong and Hoeryong, and the gorgeously scenic landscape around Haeju, while specialist trips on offer now range from cycling, skiing and architectural tours to travelling right across the land by train. Thoroughly updated throughout with updated and completely new maps, an additional eight pages of photographs, and 100s of links to agencies and organisations that analyse or work with the country, the Bradt Guide to North Korea is the most detailed and comprehensive guide available. (less)
Kindle Edition, 296 pages
Published July 22nd 2014 by Bradt Travel Guides (first published November 1st 2003)
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Jul 06, 2011Jennifer rated it really liked it · review of another edition
This is a short but admirable book. His research is thorough and the level of detail is surprising. It is refreshing to read something that doesn't have an agenda on this topic. It makes me realize how the media has colored my view of DPRK and its people even though I am usually aware of their manipulation. this is a good companion read to Nothing to Envy. Coincidentally, I just saw Dutch film, A Day in the Life of North Korea, and it was interesting to compare. I realize you can't rely on anything to entirely give you a picture of life there. There isn't much material out there but you have to try it all so different from learning about other countries.
Update: strange sensation, towards the end of the book where the eastern, remoter regions are described, the writing is less clear cut and a little more..what? elegiac, romantic? The change may be the lack of knowledge by sources, maybe he is making the best of the paucity of info but it is more compelling. Hiking in Sujong Peak with the whimsical statues of bears and goblins (who carved them?), Monggyong Rock "like a great split mirror 90km high in legend it read the minds and showed the sins of those who saw it",tombs that are ancient but their details unknown, and this juxtaposed with an all-in resort where south koreans can come without passport (ala Jamaica) described as a gilded cage in a prison state. I am more fascinated by this country that goes dark every night and curious to fill in the gaps between this book and Nothing to Envy. (less)
Update: strange sensation, towards the end of the book where the eastern, remoter regions are described, the writing is less clear cut and a little more..what? elegiac, romantic? The change may be the lack of knowledge by sources, maybe he is making the best of the paucity of info but it is more compelling. Hiking in Sujong Peak with the whimsical statues of bears and goblins (who carved them?), Monggyong Rock "like a great split mirror 90km high in legend it read the minds and showed the sins of those who saw it",tombs that are ancient but their details unknown, and this juxtaposed with an all-in resort where south koreans can come without passport (ala Jamaica) described as a gilded cage in a prison state. I am more fascinated by this country that goes dark every night and curious to fill in the gaps between this book and Nothing to Envy. (less)
Mar 27, 2012Ninja Neko rated it really liked it · review of another edition
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Invaluable, as it's the only guide containing that much info on the DPRK. The maps aren't great but I don't think you can expect much more when it comes to DPRK info. Some of the info is also geared towards expats. If you're visiting DPRK, this is the travel guide to take with you.
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Amazon Books review
Covering the capital, Pyongyang, in detail, this guide offers in-depth information on the practical aspects of travelling to and around North Korea, including access from South Korea via the Hyundai ferry and from Beijing. It provides information on everything a traveller needs, including festivals and culture, socialising and security issues, and routes outwards from Pyongyang, various tour options and opportunities for excursions into unspoiled countryside. The guide offers an insight into the culture and history of a country that currently exists in virtual isolation from the rest of the world.
This newer Bradt guide explores every aspect of visiting North Korea, from day-to-day practicalities to an overview of the history that lies behind this troubled region and the culture that still unites the Korean people.
Inside you will find: information on organized tours and independent access from China; the capital, Pyongyang, in detail; socialising and security; cultural do's and don'ts; restaurants and nightlife; national parks and mountain walks; clear maps and town plans.
A new edition of the first travel guide to cover the practical aspects of travelling to and around North Korea -- a country which both intrigues and concerns the international community. Altogether a fascinating insight into the culture and history of a country that currently exists in virtual isolation from the rest of the world.
So - whoever of You who wants to go there, be prepared and read one of Robert Willoughby's Guides first. They are as unforgettable as the country he writes about! A real unique experience...
The fotos show at the left the newer edition from 2014 and at the right the first edition from 2003...
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Boris Godunov
Crucial informative guide
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 18, 2017
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
Although this book (in an earlier edition) is out of date, I actually found it relatively so for much of what has happened this year re. the DPRK is a repetition of past decades. The writer is well informed and this seems to cover every aspect of life in this basically unknown country, it opens up many interesting aspects of this country, its tourist attractions, the beauty of the country and allure of the Korean people themselves.
Mr. Oliver W. Davies
The one and only.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 30, 2014
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
The only travel guide exclusively on North Korea at the moment. LP and others include the North as an appended section in books on Korea, on which the focus is predominantly the South. This is detailed, long on words and short on pictures; and in conjunction with other relevant reading on North Korea can give one a good grounding before departure. Bear in mind this is in the process of a third edition and although not much may have changed, you may want to wait until that is due out in August.
G.I.Forbes
north korea
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 5, 2008
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
This book is an essential for any visitor to North Korea whether they be a tourist or on a business trip.The layout is very similar tothe 2003 edition with some sections being virtually unchanged.After dealing with the capital 9 areas of the country are given adetailed description-the ones on the border areas are excellent.Wher this book falls down are a)the offwhite colour of the paper withthe small type which makes it difficult to read and b)the small and minimal pictures.North Korea is a very picturesque which deserves better.
Marilyn Gsell
North Korea
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 24, 2012
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
A perfect companion for our forthcoming trip. I gleaned a great deal of information in particular how to behave, and the rules for giving gifts and tips.
Miki101.Micha ๐ญ
Want to go to North-Korea? You cannot do without this ...
Reviewed in Germany on August 11, 2018
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
... guide written by Robert Willoughby or one of the other editions. Which comes out on a somehow regular base since my first from 2003...
Covering the capital, Pyongyang, in detail, this guide offers in-depth information on the practical aspects of travelling to and around North Korea, including access from South Korea via the Hyundai ferry and from Beijing. It provides information on everything a traveller needs, including festivals and culture, socialising and security issues, and routes outwards from Pyongyang, various tour options and opportunities for excursions into unspoiled countryside. The guide offers an insight into the culture and history of a country that currently exists in virtual isolation from the rest of the world.
This newer Bradt guide explores every aspect of visiting North Korea, from day-to-day practicalities to an overview of the history that lies behind this troubled region and the culture that still unites the Korean people.
Inside you will find: information on organized tours and independent access from China; the capital, Pyongyang, in detail; socialising and security; cultural do's and don'ts; restaurants and nightlife; national parks and mountain walks; clear maps and town plans.
A new edition of the first travel guide to cover the practical aspects of travelling to and around North Korea -- a country which both intrigues and concerns the international community. Altogether a fascinating insight into the culture and history of a country that currently exists in virtual isolation from the rest of the world.
So - whoever of You who wants to go there, be prepared and read one of Robert Willoughby's Guides first. They are as unforgettable as the country he writes about! A real unique experience...
The fotos show at the left the newer edition from 2014 and at the right the first edition from 2003...
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