Sariwon, North Korea: travel guide
Provincial capital with a folk custom street and a waterfall nearby
Sariwon is the capital of North Hwanghae Province and one of the most accessible provincial cities for tourists in North Korea.
About Sariwon
Sariwon is the capital of North Hwanghae Province, about 47 km from Pyongyang, and one of the easier provincial cities to include on an itinerary. It works well as a day trip south from the capital.
The highlight is the reconstructed Koryo Folk Custom Street, which shows traditional Korean architecture and crafts in a compact setting. Beyond the city, Jongbang Waterfall adds a natural counterpoint, and the countryside around is gentle and agricultural.
Sariwon suits travellers who want a taste of traditional Korean building styles without a long journey. Spring and autumn are the best times to visit for walking and clear skies.
- Country
- North Korea
- Currency
- KPW
- Time zone
- Asia/Pyongyang
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Top places to visit in Sariwon
Koryo Folk Custom Street
folk village · 4.4 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate
A reconstructed traditional Korean village in Sariwon showcasing Goryeo-period architecture, pottery, calligraphy and traditional music. Well-preserved tiled-roof buildings house live craft demonstrations. One of the most visitor-friendly…
Jongbang Waterfall
natural waterfall · 4.1 rating · about 0.5 h · check the fee at the gate
A scenic waterfall (approx 20 m) on the outskirts of Sariwon within a small nature park with walking paths and pavilions. A pleasant natural break from the cultural and political sites of Sariwon; typically a short stop on day trips from…
Where to eat
- Sariwon Folk Restaurant Korean, North Korean Traditional · about EUR 10 per person
Getting to Sariwon
Nearest airport: Pyongyang (FNJ), about 80 km away in a straight line. The road or rail journey is longer.
Getting around
- Bus
- Car With Driver
- Walking