Travel ideas for North Korea - unique sights, worth Guinness records
Ryugyong Hotel Tower
From the series “The World's Tallest Hotels”
This is the only hotel in the world, which numbers more than a hundred floors. Poor-quality completion of the work has influenced greatly on its opening. The top floors had been built with the rejection in engineering calculations, as a result, in a few years, the top floors needed to rebuild.
In 2013 the Kempinski company developed an interest in running the hotel, but the threat of sanctions by the United States and difficult political interactions made it give up its ambitions. For many years, one of the world’s tallest buildings remains the main focus of tourists’ attention and major periodicals. In 2008 it hit the rating of Esquire magazine and was recognized as one of the projects in the history of mankind that failed. Currently, the unique skyscraper is ready for occupation, it is quite possible that pretty soon the Ryugyong hotel will expect its first guests. ... Complete sights collection
May Day Stadium
From the series “Top 14 Sport Stadiums with Impressive Design”
The huge building is stylized like a magnolia flower. This similarity is due to 16 arches surrounding the stadium round-the-round. Since the opening, the stadium has been used for the most important cultural events. At the stadium of the 1st of May, the annual Ariran show, which is attended by more than 100,000 people. In addition, the national football team North Korea plays their home games on the stadium. Here are the excellent conditions for viewing the sporting events.
Currently, the stadium on May 1 is the largest stadium on the planet. Many curious tourists and sports lovers dream of visiting it. The general area of the stadium is 207 thousand square meters. It is remarkable that there are only seats for spectators at the stadium. On holidays and during cultural events the stadium is illuminated by the incredibly interesting illumination. On the day of Ariran the stadium is almost always full. ... Complete sights collection
Room 39
From the series “Forbidden Construction Objects with Label "Access Denied"”
Many believe that the activities of the secret bureau are directly related to a number of fraudulent transactions involving drug trafficking and arms smuggling. It is obvious that representatives of the North Korean government completely deny their participation in illegal financial activities, but they do not aspire to spread the activity of the bureau. The exact location of Room 39 is unknown, but it is assumed that it is located in the building of the Labor Party. Given the closed nature of North Korea, it is not surprising that the secret bureau is completely closed from outsiders. To at least admire the building of the ruling party from the outside, an ordinary tourist will have to make a lot of efforts, and there is no question of penetration into the building. While the number of myths about the secret bureau is only growing, more recently a well-known publication issued a statement that in the walls of Room 39 there are machines for printing counterfeit dollars. ... Complete sights collection
Changbaishan Volcano
From the series “Volcanoes and Traps That Changed the Face of the Planet”
Tianchi Lake is very popular among tourists, and not only because of the spectacular scenery. Many travelers and researchers believe that the lake waters are inhabited by animals unknown to the science. Some even managed to take pictures of these unidentified beings. Currently, Changbaishan volcano is dormant. Its last eruption occurred in 1702. In 1994, emissions of gases were recorded, but, according to geologists, there was no evidence that the eruption may resume.
Recently, the area around Changbaishan volcano was declared a biosphere reserve. Its amazing scenery, unique natural attractions, and great spiritual significance for the local people convinced the government. Many North Koreans consider these recreational areas sacred. Tourists are attracted by the opportunity to take a walk through the picturesque forests and admire the peaceful lake, as well as to see the amazing stone columns. The reserve is well-equipped. It has comfortable pathwalks. Some places can boast with excellent viewing platforms. ... Complete sights collection
Pungi-ri Test Site
From the series “Largest and Famous Nuclear Test Sites”
In January 2016 on the test site was made an explosion of the thermo-nuclear bomb, which power was about 10 kilotons. A great number of explosions was made under the earth that became a reason of many earthquakes. Seismologists thoroughly look for the region, however, the tests are top-secret, that’s why it is quite hard to foresee the new earthquake.
Punggye-ri Test Site is a functional one. On its territory, people can get by three tunnels. Kilju County is situated not far from the test site, more than 10 years it has been under a great threat. In the case of the nuclear catastrophe, locals could be in the bad zone of radiation poisoning. It is quite hard to estimate the real threat for locals because the tests are security-guarded. ... Complete sights collection
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