The Pyongyang Marathon, officially the Mangyongdae Prize International Marathon, offers international runners a rare chance to race inside North Korea. Starting and finishing at the Kim Il Sung Stadium, the course winds through iconic city landmarks, including the Arc de Triomphe and Sino-Korean Friendship Memorial Tower. Thousands of spectators create a distinct race-day atmosphere unlike any other. This event combines endurance sport with a unique cultural experience, framed by Pyongyang’s symbolic architecture. Organized tours provide a structured and exclusive way to join this challenging and historic race.