AngelaThis is interesting: the world’s most secluded country opened its gates and welcomed foreign amateur runners to participate in their Mangyongdae Prize International Marathon – the first time in 27 years.
Close to 200 entrants from 27 countries (Hmm..coincidence?) took part in this rare event.
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Image credits: Korean Central News Agency (North Korea)
It is also a one-of-a-kind marathon any runners could experience. Imagine, as you’re trying to focus on your breathing, there’s a truck behind you with loudspeakers, blaring patriotic music. Some foreigners are surprisingly hyped up by it even though it is a language most of them have no idea of.
Stow your animes, cosplay costumes and American music away when you come to North Korea. The U.S and Japanese flags are strictly prohibited. Also, be careful of your dressing! Clothings that are deemed politically-skewed or attention grabbing are also illegal.
Just one simple tip – Find out how North Korean dress up and you will not go wrong.
Image credits: AP / David Guttenfelder
Image credits: AP / David Guttenfelder
Image credits: AP / David Guttenfelder
Not sure about you, but I don’t think I could run in peace with so many spectators watching.
Image credits: AP / David Guttenfelder
Image credits: Jon Chol Jin
If you think you could stomach the loud, blaring noises and the overbearing limitations, sign up for 2015 marathon and you may well be on your way to become one of the rare ones to sit on a plane from Beijing to Pyongyang.
To register for the race, foreign runners have to apply through an approved tour company, which will organise the travel, visas, and marathon entry.
