Despite earning the nickname "Hermit Kingdom," North Korea isn't entirely disconnected from the modern world.
The country added 3G network access for foreigners in 2013. These days, several people post Instagrams regularly from inside the secretive country. Many are tour guides who are allowed to visit the country frequently, but others live there as journalists or teachers. We've assembled a list of some of our favorite Instagrammers from inside North Korea.
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@everdayDPRK: The best place to start is with Everyday DPRK. The account is a collection of Instagram photos from inside North Korea, including from tourists passing through the country and teachers who live there part-time.
@Krahun: Based in the North Korean town of Rason, Krahun is part tour company and part local farm. It produces food for local villages and helps bring in tourists who are looking for more of a volunteer experience.
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@Shaneohodhrain: Shane Horan is based in Beijing but travels to North Korea frequently as a guide for Young Pioneer Tours.
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