Seoul: North Korea is rewarding the scientists and workers behind its recent nuclear test with a fun-packed visit to Pyongyang to enjoy "the greatest privileges;, state media says.

Scientists, technicians, workers and officials behind the February 12 test will visit the capital as the guests of the ruling Workers' Party, the Korean Central News Agency said on Wednesday.

Statues of late leaders Kim Il-Sung and Kim Jong-Il in Pyongyang. Credit:AFP

"They will spend significant days in Pyongyang, enjoying the greatest privileges and preferential treatment," KCNA said, promising a "joyful and delightful time" at the city's open-air ice rink and roller skating centre.

The group will also visit the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, which holds the embalmed bodies of North Korea's founder Kim Il-Sung and his son and former leader Kim Jong-Il.