Tourism

  • Samjiyon: A Natural Wonder and Protected Landmark

    Samjiyon is a collection of three lakes formed around 1 million years ago when volcanic eruptions from Mount Paektu and its surrounding volcanoes blocked a north-flowing river. The area’s bedrock…

  • Elephant-shaped Rock of Monggumpho

    Situated along the shores of Monggumpho, approximately 6km from the Ryongyon County township in South Hwanghae Province, stands the elephant-shaped rock. Carved by the forces of nature, this unique geological…

  • Ongnyonsan Stone River – A Natural Gem in South Hamgyong Province

    Nestled in the upper reaches of the valley on the southwestern slope of Mt Ongnyon in Pujon County, South Hamgyong Province, lies the Ongnyonsan Stone River, a Natural Monument in…

  • Kaesong City

    Nestled in the heart of the mid-western region of Korea, approximately 160 kilometers to the south of Pyongyang, lies the picturesque city of Kaesong. Boasting a rich historical background, this…

  • Picturesque Scenery of Mount Paektu

    Mount Paektu is a majestic and awe-inspiring mountain range located in the northern part of Korea. The mountain range spans over 1,000 kilometers and boasts of breathtaking scenery that is…

  • Stalactite Scene of Songam Cave

    Our country with abundant scenic spots has also many magnificent views underground. The fascinating stalactite scene of Songam Cave is the world’s leading underground scenic spot. The stalactites, which are…

  • Jongbangsan Hotel Inaugurated

    A modern hotel has been built and inaugurated at the foot of picturesque Mt Jongbang. The hotel, which harmonizes with the natural environment of the celebrated mountain and is perfect…

  • Great Paektu Mountains

    The Great Paektu Mountains is a main mountain range of Korea, the backbone of her geographical features. he Great Paektu Mountains stretches from Mt. Paektu, a celebrated mountain of Korea,…

  • Rimyongsu Waterfalls

    The Rimyongsu Waterfalls are found in Samjiyon County, Ryanggang Province of Korea. Water falls like rolls of silk from the right cliff of the Rimyongsu Valley formed by erosion of…

  • Spread Pine in Hamhung

    A singular transformed pine is found in Hamhung City, South Hamgyong Province of Korea. It has a rare shape and is of significance in the study of botany. It is…

  • Monggumpho Elephant Rock

    The Monggumpho Elephant Rock is a natural monument at the seaside in Ryongyon County, South Hwanghae Province of Korea. The facade of the rock resembles an elephant dropping its trunk…

  • Komdok Fold

    The Komdok Fold is a natural monument in Tanchon City of South Hamgyong Province. The structure of the Kimdok Fold is complex. In Juche 49(1960), it was made clear that…

  • Chongchongang Sweet Fish

    The River Chongchon in the area of Dohwa-ri, Kaechon City, South Phyongan Province of Korea is the main habitat of Chongchongang sweet fish. The Chongchongang sweet fish is a freshwater…

  • Lake Samji

    Lake Samji is in Samjiyon County, Ryanggang Province of Korea. It is called so as it has three ponds abreast. The lake came into being as a river flowing northward…

  • Mujigae Rock of Sea Chilbo

    The Mujigae or Rainbow Rock of Sea Chilbo is standing on the seashore in Pochon-ri, Myongchon County, North Hamgyong Province of Korea. The rock seems suspended in the air with…

  • Majon, Scenic Spot on the East Coast of Korea

    Korea seabound on three sides has many coastal scenic spots including Sea Chilbo, Haksadae, Majon, Sea Kumgang and Chongsokjong on the east coast. Majon is a famous bathing resort. It…

  • Songdowon International Children’s Camp

    Unique Songowon International Children’s Camp is located in the Kangwon province, outside of Wonsan city.  

  • The Kuryong Falls

    The Kuryong Falls is in Mt. Kumgang of Korea, a world-famous mountain. The vertical height of the beautiful falls is 74 metres. It is 84 metres long and 4 metres…

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