The 2019 People's Country Mass Games, or otherwise known as the Arirang Games or the simply the Mass Games, is currently being held in Pyongyang after kicking off last week. At the Rungrado May Day Stadium, thousands and thousands of local performers work to produce an immense display of gymnastics, ... » Learn More about 2019 People’s Country Mass Games: A Review
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Pothonggang Hotel
The Pothonggang Hotel is a hotel located in downtown Pyongyang. A more upmarket venue compared to hotels such as the Yanggakdo International Hotel the Pothonggang specializes in hosting foreign delegations of a more prestige nature and is less common as a destination for regular tourist groups. ... » Learn More about Pothonggang Hotel
Kim Il Sung Square
Kim Il Sung Square is a gigantic public space located in the center of Pyongyang, adjacent to the Taedonggang river. On the other side of the water sits Juche Tower, and behind it sits the Grand People's Study House. The square is one of the most famous locations in North Korea, as it is continually ... » Learn More about Kim Il Sung Square
Pyongyang Arch of Triumph
The Pyongyang Arch of Triumph is a gigantic monument located near the center of the city. The arch, modeled in a similar style to the one in Paris, is designated to commemorate North Korea's resistance and liberation from Japanese rule. The structured is always visited on tours to North Korea ... » Learn More about Pyongyang Arch of Triumph
The Worker’s Party of Korea Explained
In many things pertaining to North Korea you have probably heard the "Worker's Party of Korea" or in Korean "조선로동당" (Chosonrodongdang) get mentioned many times. For those not too familiar with the country's politics or affairs, this may seem a tad confusing. Just what is the Worker's Party of Korea ... » Learn More about The Worker’s Party of Korea Explained