Eastern Tourist resorts

Wonsan-Mt.Kumgang Region

This region combines Wonsan, scenic port city and Mt. Kumgang with a seaview, fantastic peaks and lake views.

Wonsan

Sightseeing District, a zoological and botanical garden, a flower garden, a pleasure ground and so on.

Songdowon International Children's Union Camp

Kaesong Koryo Insam

Lake Sijung

University of Agriculture

Wonsan University of Agriculture was founded on September 1, Juche 37 (1948) as the first agricultural university with faculties of farming, agricultural biology, agricultural chemistry,
farming implements, agricultural management, fruit farming, animal husbandry and veterinary and hydraulic engineering and tens of courses, the postgraduate course and several institutes.
It is fully arranged with laboratories, a practice farm and greenhouses.

Ullim Falls

Ullim Falls flows down at the fork of Munchon City, Chonnae and Podong Counties of Kangwon Province. It is known as one of the famous waterfalls of Korea. The magnificent view of spraying water, preclpltous cliffs and the surroundings inspire the visitors. The 75 m cataract pours down at 20-25 cubic meters a second. There is a 1.5 m deep and 30 m round pond below the falls.

Service Facilities

Songdowon Hotel

Stands at the shore of Wonsan with 11 stories.
First class rooms: 5, second class rooms: 35, third class rooms: 131, fourth class rooms: 18, fifth class rooms: 5

Tongmyong Hotel

It rises near the Songdowon Hotel at the shore of Wonsan with 9 stories.
First class room: 1, second class rooms: 13, third class rooms: 30

Sijung Hotel
Situated on the shore of Lake Sijung with 3 houses.
First class rooms: 2, second class rooms: 2, third class rooms: 16

Mt. Kumgang

Mt. Kumgang rises on the middle part of coastline of the East Sea of Korea. It is worldwide known celebrated mountain.
It is 1 639 m high, covering 40 km from east to west and 60 km from north to south. The name varies according to seasons; "Kumgang" ("diamond") in spring,

"Pongnae" in summer frequented by spirits, "Phungak" in autumn with rich fruit and maples and "Kaegoi" in winter offering a contrast of white snow and bizarre rocks.

For over a million years rocks have been weathered, forming precipitous 12.000 peaks, multifarious crags, stone gates, tunnels, cliffs, cascades, valleys and pools.

It has also plenty of fauna and flora. About 40 species of animais, 130 species of birds, 9 species of reptiles, 10 species of amphibians and 30 species of fishes live

in the mountain. More than 2 250 species of plants and about 100 species of special plants grow in it. It is divided in Outer Kumgang, Inner Kumgang, Sea Kumgang and Star Kumgang.

Outer Kumgang

It includes between Kuryongyon District where Kuryong Falls is pouring down and Sea Kumgang. It is highlights of the mountain. The sights are Kuryongyon,the Manmulsang, Sujongbong and Sonha Districts.

Kuryongyon District

As one of the leading sights of Outer Kumgang, it has so much to offer like Kuryong Falls, one of the three famous waterfalls of Korea, cataracts, cascades and pools.
Touring this district is linked to Hoesang Pavilion. Tokki Rock, Kumgang Gate, Oknyu Pool and Falls, Pibong and Mubong Falls and Sangphal Pools in which 8 fairies

from the Heavens flied down to play. Moknan Restaurant nestled at the approach to the district always invites visitors to enjoy its food.

Manmulsang District

It presents a special view. Some 12 km run along the road extending to Onjong Ridge which has been called "Heroic Ridge" reaches you under the Samson Rock.
The hiking route is from Mansang Pavilion under the Samson Rock to Chonson Rock. First you climb on Jongsong Rock at Samson Rock where three spirits
played and reach at Mangjang Spring, Hanul Gate and Chonson Rock via Ansim Rock along the Manmulsang. It offers you a unique mix of multifarious shapes on Chonson Rock.

SuJong Paak

It stretches out around 77,5 m high Sujong Peak. The trekking route to the peak includes Kyejol Falls, Jara Rock, Sujong Gate, Kangson Rock and the pavilion on Sujong Peak.
The vast sea, highest Piro Peak and the whole of the mountain is viewed in one sight.

Sea Kumgang

It is a famous attraction with a lagoon and the sea, dividing in Lagoon Samil, Sea Kumgang and Chongsokjong Districts.

Lagoon Samil District

Known as one of the 8 Scenic Wonders of East Korea, it presents a peculiar lake view.
It gets its name from a legend that once a king came here for a day rest but stayed for three days, enthralled by its beauty. A bay of the East Sea
was blocked by a triangle at the approach to River Nam, so the lagoon was formed with the circumference 5.8 km round, the depth 9-13 m. It is deepest among the lagoons in Korea.
Tanphung Restaurant fulfills the tastes of visitors.

Chongsokjong District

It extends to the shore of East Sea. The erupted volcanic basalt quenched and condensed, forming hexagonal, octagonal columns in one-km section of the shore. The stone columns with standing, sitting and lying shapes are so fantastic that such shapes are rare to be found anywhere. The night view of it inspires vivitors.

Inner Kumgang

It stretches out to the southwestern part of Mt. Kumgang.
It represents the beauty of valleys of the mountain. It presents a feminine-like beauty of numerous waterfalls and sights harmonizing with deep foliage and grotesque rocky cliffs.
It is divided in Manphok, Manchon, Paegundae, Myonggyongdae, Thaesang, Kusong and Pirobong Districts. It offers a wide selection of historical remains including
Jongyang Temple, Phyonhun Temple, Podok Hermitage, Sambul Rock and Myogil Statue.

Pyongyang Cold Noodles

Pyongyang Cold Noodles is one of the national dishes handed down from old times. It is highly recommended among many varieties of noodles. It has become famous for
its unique raw materiaIs, soup, dressings, seasonings, bowl and coiling of noodles. The tasty, mouth-watering decoration makes the noodles the model of Korean noodles
and one of the typical national dishes.

Myogil Statue

Carved in. Koryo dynasty, it IS known as one of the typical stone Buddhist images, 15 m high and 9.4 m wide. The soft and delicate facial part and the cross-Iegged
figure of the image with right hand up and left hand down prove the sculptural talent of the ancestors.

Jongyang Temple

It was built on the sunny spot in 600, enlarged in 661 and repaired several times . Remains and relics of Later Silla, Koryo and Ri dynasties have been preserved.

Podok Hermitage

The hermitage at the Manphok Valley of Inner Kumgang was first built in Koguryo dynasty. The present one was rebuilt in 1675 in Ri dynasty. The house with one room
erects on the single copper pole in the middle of 20-m high cliff, leaning to the rock in front of Podok Grotto. It has colourfully painted with three-fold roof and wooden floor,
and traversed by truss with a layer of "a sprig of flowers" ornamentations at the top of the copper pole.
The suspending figure at the cliff is hard to find the style.

Phyohun Temple
As one of the four temples of the mountain, it was first built in 670 and rebuilt in 1778. Later it was repaired several times. Originally it had over 20 buildings,
but now remained Panyabo Hall, Ryongsan Hall, Myongbu Hall, Rungpha Pavilion, Osil Pavilion and Chilsong Pavilion.

Kumgangsan Spa

It is a slightly radioactive radon spa rich in radium, minerals and silica. It is known for its positive effects on heart and high blood pressure. The temperature is 37-44°C .
Spa bath helps recovering from diseases, relaxing and escaping from fatigue.

Seesawing

Seesawing is one of the folk plays which is preferred by Korean women. It is said that it was originated from women, who were confined in their houses,
wanted to see outside the walls. It was often played on taeporum (a folk
holiday), saying that seesawing in January would protect feet from stings in the year.
Today it has been encouraged to build up bodies.

Hamhung Region

Touring this region includes viewing historical remains in industrial city Hamhung and sea bathing in Majon.

Hamhung City

It is the capital of South Hamgyong Province as well as one of the major industrial cities of the country and a port city. Situated at the bay of East Sea, it has big-scale chemical,
machine and textile, bases. It offers a wide selection of historical remains including Kuchon Pavilion, Sonhwa Hall and Hamhung Wall. They are preserved as they were.
It is also richer in attractions like Mt. Tonghung in the city centre and Majon Pleasure Ground at the seashore in the outskirts.

Mt Tonghung

The mountain rising on the city centre takes its name from the mountain located at the east of Hamhung. It is 319 m. high. It beckons with more attractions:Kuchon Pavilion,
Hamhung Wall, Sonhwa Hall, old buildings, Haebang Pavilion and other varieties of pogolas.

Kuchon Pavilion

As the northern general's terrace built in 1108, it functioned a role of commanding post in wartime and a watchtower in peacetime.
It was first built Koryo dynasty and rebuilt in 1613 in the period of Ri dynasty.

Hamhung Wall

It stretched out to the mountains
and fields in Koryo dynasty with Mt. Tonghung as a background. The present
one was rebuilt in 1108 as a rectangular style extending from south to north. The wall stood in the mountains were single-fold and the wall in the field were doubled. Now only a part of it is preserved.

Sonhwa Hall

It was the main building of the government office of the province in the period of Ri dynasty. Several buildings were there at that time but only Sonhwa Hall and the attached
buildings are preserved. It was first built in 1416 and rebuilt in 1764.

Majon Pleaaure Ground

It extends 25 km southeast industrial city Hamhung and old buildings, Haebang
of Hamhung. The name Majon derives its name from the hemp planted much in old days. It offers a wide selection of a bathing beach, a rest home, a camp and sports facilities.

It is characterized by sea bathing. The water is especially clear and calm. It is about 1.5 m deep
in the 50-m section from the beach. The 50-100 m wide white sandy beach stretches out and varieties of trees blanket the shore, offering a unique charm.




Swinging

It has been favoured by Korean women from old times . It is a folk game held on a swing hanging over a preserved as they were. It is post in wartime and a watch
tree with a long rope. Players contend with each other,
stamping their feet and fly high in the air.
It has varieties of refereeing method: touching the bell hung up in the stand in front of a swing or measuring the height with the graduated cord fixed to the swinging board.
Today swinging games are held in pleasure grounds on holidays or on special occasions.

Ryangchon Temple

Situated at Rakchon-ri, Kowon County, South Hamgyong Province , Ryangchon Temple was built in 753. It is one of the distinguished temples for its size and history.
Taeung Hall was rebuilt in 1636 and Manse Pavilion was enlarged in 1729. Preserved in it are valuable relics including precious paintings reflecting the background of the period.

Anbul Temple

It stands at Tonghung-ri, Kumya County, South Hamgyong Province. Comprising Kuknakbo Hall and Minjok Hall, it was first built in 1393 and rebuilt in 1843 .
Kuknakbo Hall is a gabled house with double eaves with 9.89-m front and 7.52-m side. A 2000-year-old gingko tree grows behind the temple.

Service Facilities

Sinhungsan Hotel

Located at Tonghungsandong, Tonghunsan Distict, Hamhung.
Floors: 6
First class rooms: 2, second c1ass rooms: 4, third c1ass rooms: 71 , fifth c1ass rooms: 10

Majon Tourist Lodgings

Situated at the seashore with 21 houses. It has 77 rooms accommodating 150 people.


Ssirum (Korean Wrestling)

Ssirum has been traditionally played by Korean men from old days. It was originated from the period of Koguryo dynasty that encouraged martial arts.
It favours patience, combative spirit and physical power, therefore it is a preferred option for men. It was often played on folk holidays as the other folk games. The winner was awarded with an ox.
Inheriting the tradition, the game is held in national scale every year in Pyongyang and the winner is awarded with an ox and a gold bell around its neck.

Chongjin-Mt. Chilbo Region

Touring this region includes Chongjin, .capital of North Hamgyong Province situated at the northeastern part of the country, Kyongsong, famous for spa resort,
Mt. Chilbo one of the celebrated mountains and the adjoined coastlines.

Chongjin City

Chongjin is the capital of North Hamgyong Province and one of the ferrous metalproducing centre. It is a port city. The city has large-scale iron and steel complexes,
powerful heavy industrial and light industrial factories, fishery and agriculture on the basis of strong material and technical foundation. More than 10 universities and
cultural facilities are in it. City tour is characteristic in Chongjin.



Revolutionary Museum of Comrade Kim Il Sung

It displays the materials related to President Kim 11 Sung, General Kim Jong I1 and Mother Kim Jong Suk. Located at the centre of Phohang District.
The statue of the President stands at the courtyard. The 3-story museum has 46 showrooms.

Kyongsong

It is famed for its spa resort and ceramic-producing centre. Lies at the seashore of middle part of North Hamgyong Province, 35 km southwest of Chongjin,
it is one of the oldest county, offering many historical remains including the Wall of Kyongsong Town, Nam Gate, Kyongsong Confucian School and Jongbuk TempIe.
It is weil arranged with revolutitonary sites and spa sanitaria. Kyongsong Ceramics, Kyongsong Spa and Kyongsong Fruit of Matrimony Vine are wide-known at home and abroad.

Yombun Revolutionary Site

Situated at the seashore about 4 km of Kyongsong Town, the site is associated with the revolutionary achievements of President Kim 11 Sung,
General Kim Jong 11 and Kim Jong Suk. Preserved here are the boating ground, the site where the President shared hobnobs with fishermen and
the site where he posed for a picture. The spring where he drank water and Kyesung Peak tell the then story.

Jipsam Revolutionary Site

Located at Jipsam Village, Ondaejin-ri, Kyongsong County, it is associated with the achievements of General Kim Jong 11 and Mother Kim Jong Suk.
A monument stands at the site as wel! as a wel!, the talking site and shooting ranges Nos. 1 and 2.

Onpho Spa

It is a silica spa with few minerals but rich in hydrogen carbonate, sulfur and sodium, situated 12 km of Kyongsong Town. It is unlikely effective in arthritis,
neuralgia, high blood pressure, women's diseases, poisoning from gas or lead, chronic colitis, the aftereffect of operations, duodenal ulcer and gastritis. It is a prestigious resort.

Wall of Kyongsong Town

It was built in fields in 1107 on the site about 1 km of the town. It measures 2 200 m round and 7.2 m high. Seven fortifications with crenels, over 500 battlements
and four gates were established. Only the Nam (south) Gate has remained.
Barracks, an armory, a granary, governmental offices and residential houses were in the wal!. And it was surrounded by a moat 3.5 m wide and 4.5 m deep.
The Wall of Kyongsong Town and Nam Gate had become to be the fortress defending northern part of the country and functioned a considerable role
against the Japanese invaders in the Imjin Patriotic War.

Kyongsong Confucian School

It was used to teach Confucianism and morals to the children of local..r aristocrats. Built in 1437, it consisted of Taesong Hall, east and west houses,
Myongryun Hall, east and west dormitories, Phungyong Pavilion and others. After it went through burning in the Korean War, there only remained
Taesong Hall, west house, east dormitaory and Phungyong Pavilion.

Jongbuk Temple

It was built in 1437 to memorize four meritorious subjects including Yun Gwan who fought well inspired by the righteous struggles of people to defend
northeastern part in Koryo dynasty. It shows the architectural style of temples in Ri dynasty as weil as the materials of the patriotic struggles of the
Korean people against foreign invasion.

Kobukson

Kobukson is the world-first iron-clad ship produced early in the 15th century. By the 16th century it was more studied and completed to a battle ship.
The head of the boat is shaped of a dragon. It puffed out smoke of sulfur and niter, thus covered the ship with a smoke screen. It had 4 loopholes
at the head, 22 on the left and right and 24 on board. It was iron-clad and spoke beams not to climb. Kobukson contributed greatly to the withdrawal
of enernies and gaining the victory in the sea battles between 1592 and 1598.



Mt. Chilbo

Mt. Chilbo is one of the 6 celebrated mountains of Korea and has been called "Mt. Kumgang of Northern Part". It derives its name from the meaning that seven treasures are buried in the mountain. It covers an area of over 250 km². It was formed by weathered igneous rocks like rhyolite and basalt of
which lava erupted from Paektu Volcanic Range in the third period of the Cenozoic Era about one million years ago. It offers unique beauties of peaks,
valleys and a sea at one sight that is impossible in other famous mountains . The geographical location, topographical and weather conditions favour the
growing of animals and plants. It is divided in Inner, Outer and Sea Chilbo. It has varieties of remains including Kaesim Temple with a long history. It presents
a wide stretch of spas like Hwangjin, Myongchon, Manho, Sari, Pochon and others in its surroundings.

Inner Chilbo

It extends to the in land of the mountain. The wide variety of peaks and rocks create a magnificent and gorgeous feeling. Kaesim, Sungson, Haemang,
Naegyong and Hoesang Rocks offer a picturesque scene. It is subdivided into Kaesimsa District, Sangmaebong
District, Naewon District and Isonnam District.

Kaesim Temple

It is nestled at Pothak Hill, which is the centre of Inner Chilbo. First built in 826, rebuilt in 13 77 in Koryo dynasty and repaired several times in Ri dynasty.
It consists of Taeung Hall, Manse Pavilion, Simgom Hall, Unghyang Hall, Kwanum Hall and Sansin Hall. A bronze bell cast in 1764 is hung in Manse Pavilion.

Glutinous Rice Cake

It is one of the traditional special foods of Koreans. Washed glutinous rice or its flour is steamed and pounded on a quartz block or in a mortar. The pounded
rice cake is served after frying in a pan or covering with jam made of bean, red bean, sesame and others.
It is recommend"ed for diet of gastritis patients.



Outer Chilbo

It stretches out between Inner and Sea Chilbo. Unlike the gorgeous shape of Inner Chilbo, it features beauties of peaks and valleys with high, giant peaks,
precipitous cliffs and various valleys where emerald-green waters are flowing down. It is subdivided in
Jangsubong, Manmulsang, Nojokbong, Tokgol, Kangsonmun, Taphokdong and Hwangjin Districts.



Sea Chilbo

It presents a unique contrast to Inner Chilbo and Sea Chilbo: cliffs on coastline, crags on the seashore and the clean waves dashing against the rocks and
spraying here and there. It is subdivided in Solsom, Thapgojin and Musudan Districts.

Service Facilities

Waechilbo Hotel

Situated at the centre of Outer Chilbo it consists of 5 houses, accommodating 57 people.
Rooms: 25

Private Lodgings

Situated at the seashore of Sea Chilbo.
It has 20 houses of which 6 of them are arranged in western style and 14 of them in Korean style.

Dancing and Singing of Peasants

It shows weil of the lively, active spirit and manners of Koreans. Jt mainly relates to farming, so it is of ten done on fields or plains at the time of rice planting or
weeding, beating gongs, Janggu (a Korean hourglass-shaped drum), a jangsaenap (a Korean brass wind instrument) and drums. Today it is performed on public
occasions as weil as on holidays.

Rason Region

It is a growing economic trade zone and city of international tourism which arouse concerns of development specialists, investors, entrepreneurs and tourists.

Rason City

It is a special economic zone situated at the northeastern tip of Korean peninsula. It shares borders with Hunchun, China and Hassan, Russia with
River Tuman in between . Mountains cover 80 % of the city while it has a long coastline of 120 km.
Various layers of cultural remains of over a million years from the Old Stone Age to the Bronze Age were excavated and preserved as weil as Kongju,
Josanjin and Uambo Castles built with the pioneering the six border points against foreign invasions in the 15th century.
It is rich in underground resources like iron ore, coal, magnesium ore, kaolin, forestry and fishing industries. The entry and exit points are Wonjong Bridge,
Tumangang Friendship Bridge, Rajin Port and Sonbong Port.

Haeyang Revolutionary Site

It was visited by President Kim 11 Sung and General Kim Jong Il on July 6, Juche 43 (1954). Preserved here are the fisherman's house and the farmer's house where the General visited,
fishprocessing work-team room and a well spring.

Rajin Port

It functions an important role in improving trade in the zone. Rajin peninsula lies at the east of the port while two islets in front have become to be a seawall damming up big waves.
Therefore, it is less affected by wind and typhoons. And its water is not frozen in winter for the warm current. The tide is 20-30 cm and the water is 9.5 m deep.
It has three wharves and 13 berths.

Landing Spot in Rajin Port

A coast landing unit of the Korean People's Revolutionary Army landed here on August 9, Juche 34 (1945) to wipe out Japanese troops, upholding the order of
the President for the final attack to liberate Korea.

Rason City Kindergarten

It is located at Anhwa-dong, Rason City. Opened on February 16, Juche 90 (2001), it
is fully equipped educating the kindergartener.

Pipha Islet

Lies between Rajin and Sonbong, the mysteriouslooking islet derives its name from the shape of a pipha (musical instrument of Ancient Korea).
Or it is also called Korae (a whale) Islet. The islet frequented by tourists for its angling sites, an outdoor restaurant and the hotel.

Pipha Bathing Resort

It stretches out to the seashore where Pipha Islet is viewed. The bathing resort is surrounded by hills like a folding screen and the long islet dams up waves.
The tranquil, c1ear water and the fresh beach provide ideal conditions in sea bathing.

Uam Seal Reserve

Consisting of scattered rocks at the south sea of Kaluman, it is a hydric habitat of seals. Tourists can watch cute seals basking in the sunshine or swimming on board.
The cruise has 60 crew members with 12 knots and 200 hp.

Junghyon Revolutionary Site

Anti-Japanese heroine Kim Jong Suk visited in November Juche 34 (1945) soon after liberation, checked on how the local people lived and inspired them to building a new Korea.

Service Facilities

Rajin Hotel

Situated at the seashore of Anju-dong, Rason City, it is a 7-story building accommodating 200 people. First class rooms: 4, second class rooms: 8, third class rooms: 88

Pipha Tourist Hotel

Located in Sinhae-dong, the villa-style hotel faces the East Sea. It has 6 houses with 54 rooms, accommodating 130.

Chujin Tourist Hotel

It lies at the seashore of Chujin Area in Sinhae-dong. It has 45 rooms.

Namsan Hotel

It stands at Jigyong-dong, accommodating 77 guests. Second class rooms: 2, third class rooms: 30, fourth class rooms: 13.

Emperor Casino Hotel

It is a five-star-Ievel hotel rising on the seashore of Sinhaedong. First class rooms: 6, second class rooms: 105

Piphasom Hotel

Situated at Pipha Islet in Sinhae-dong, it accommodates 60 people.

DPRK Travel Tips

Visa

A visa application should be submitted to the travel company concerned 30 days prior to one's departure. Visa details include full name
(or names of members in case of a group), gen der, birthday, nationality, citizenship, job, passport type and number, estimated date of
arrival and entry, transportation means and the country where the visa is to be obtained. Visas are issued at the embassies or consulates of the DPRK
or KITC (Korea International Travel Company) offices abroad. The application should be accompanied by two photos and a visa fee.

Entry

On arriving at the airport or at the railway station, visitors may be asked about vaccinations by an official from the local vaccination office.
When asked, those from the country where avian flu, AIDS, typhoid fever, cholera, measles and other epidemic diseases are prevalent
must show vaccination certificate issued by their home country.

Immigration Control

When visitors arrive at the airport, they go through immigration office. When they arrive by rail or by sea, they pass through immigration procedures in
their compartments or cabins. Passport and filled in entry card are needed.

Customs

After passing through immigration office, vIsltors undergo customs procedure. Declaration form is filled individually or by the group leader for a
group.

Foreign Exchange

Exchanges are available at the Trade Bank of the DPRK or its agents in hotels, shops and restaurants.

Telecommunication

Telecommunication is available at or at the agent of International Telecommunication Office in hotels at the International Communications Centre.
The centre is located Pothonggang District, Pyongyang.

Pyongyang Time

The standard time of DPRK is Pyongyang Time. Pyongyang Time is 9 hours ahead of Greenwich Meantime.

Medical Treatment

The standard time of DPRK is Pyongyang Time. Pyongyang Time is 9 hours ahead of Greenwich Meantime.

Voltage

220V/60Hz
Sockets for both 220V and 110Vare built-in at hotels.

Postal Service

Letters, post cards, telegrams and parcels are dealt at hotels or
International Telecommunications Office. It is in the vicinity of Haebangsan Hotel. Or it is also available at DHL Pyongyang Office.

National Tourism Administration

As a state administration, the NTA is in charge of overall matters of country's tourism, guides and controls over touristic works. Founded on May 15, Juche 75 (1986),
it became a full member of UNWTO in September Juche 76 (1987) and entered the PATA in April Juche 85 (1996).

Korea International Travel Company

Founded on August 24, Juche 42 (1953), the state-run company specializes in inbound travel. It arranges contracts, sales of itineraries, receiving groups,
guide-interpreting and other land services.

Korea International Youth & Children's Travel Company

Established in Juche 74 (1985), it arranges camping for foreign children in connection with foreign youth and educational organizations.

Korea International Golden Cup Travel Company

It organizes sports and mountaineering tours. Founded in Juche 83 (1994), it also arranges sightseeing and business tours.

Paektusan Travel Company

Located at Hyesan City, Ryanggang Province, it organizes inbound tours and arranges sightseeing tours of famous Mt. Paektu, visits to
provincial revolutionary sites, historical and cultural attractions as weIl as exploring of alpine attractions.

Chilbosan Travel Company

Situated at Phohang District, Chongjin City, North Hamgyong Province, it receives foreign groups for touring famous Mt. Chilbo,
revolutionary sites in Hoeryong, Chongjin, Kyongsong and other areas, revolutionary museums, historical, cultural and natural attractions.

Myohyangsan Travel Company

Situated at Sinuiju City, North Phyongan Province, it organizes inbound tours dealing with city tour.

Rason Tourist Company

Located at Sinan-dong, Rason City, it receives tourists in contact with foreign companies including China and Russia and arranges visits to revolutionary sites
and Rajin Port, sightseeing of sea, angling tour, boating and folk custom tour.
It has two travel companies: Rason International Travel Company and Sonbong International Company. Both of them organize the above tours.

Korean Folk Song

Arirang

Arirang is the most typical folk song of Korea. Many varieties of legend related to its origin have been handed down, but that of "Songbu and Rirang" is most reliable.
Once Rirang, farm hand of a landlord and Songbu were involved in a peasants' riot broke out in a lean year. They entered the deep forestto avoid government troops.
They married and lived happily. Later Rirang decided to go to the battlefield against the exploiters. He left Songbu, crossing over the low and high passes.
After he left, she sang a song longing for him. Later it has been transmitted orally and has become today's "Arirang".
Arirang has many local varieties: "Sodo Arirang" of Phyongan Province, "Kin Arirang" of Kyonggi Province, "Jindo Arirang" of Jolla Province, "Milyang Arirang" of Kyongsang Province,
"Kangwondo Arirang" of Kangwon Province, "Tanchon Arirang" of Hamgyong Province and etc. Most of all reffect the contents of sorrows and resentment against the exploiting society,
aspirations and desires for happy lives through affectionate descriptions of sad parting from their lovers, missing them, hope of reunion and so on. Among them "Arirang' is most famous.
It is performed in the type of an independent song, orchestral music, instrumental music, film music and dance music. It has come to be as one of the symbols
of Korean folk songs and world-famous music. Today the tearful and sad Arirang has replaced by "Prosperous Arirang" and "Reunification Arirang" with the contents
of happiness, hope and future Kim 11 Sung Nation who would be prosperous.

Written by Jong Song IL
Edited by Jong Song IL
Yun Ji Hyang
Photographs by So Won Du
Jon Hyok Sin
Kim Dong Sik
Correction by Kim Man Ho
Translated by Kim Chun Hui