Things to Do in Kangsŏn

There are 2 attractions in Kangsŏn. Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, north korean mausoleum housing leaders' preserved remains, is the most popular.

1

Kumsusan Palace of the Sun

North Korean mausoleum housing leaders' preserved remains

Monument

2

Juche Tower

Tall Pyongyang monument symbolizing Juche political ideology

Monument

3

Arch of Triumph

Triumphal arch in Pyongyang commemorating Korean resistance

Monument

4

Ryugyong Hotel

Tall pyramidal skyscraper, long-unfinished landmark in Pyongyang

Building

5

Goguryeo tombs

Ancient Goguryeo royal tombs with wall paintings

Building

6

Kim Il-sung Square

Pyongyang's central square used for mass rallies and parades.

Plaza

7

Arch of Reunification

Concrete monument near Pyongyang symbolizing Korean reunification

Monument

8

Mansu Hill Grand Monument

Pyongyang monument complex featuring giant leader statues

Monument

9

Kim Il-sung Stadium

Large multiuse stadium and national sports venue in Pyongyang

Stadium

10

Koryo Hotel

Iconic Pyongyang high-rise hotel and government symbol

Building

11

Korean Revolution Museum

Propaganda museum displaying North Korean revolutionary relics

Museum

12

Pyongyang TV Tower

Television broadcasting tower and Pyongyang skyline landmark

Tower

13

Korea Central Zoo

Major zoo in Pyongyang with native and exotic animals

Museum

14

Yanggak-to

Island in Pyongyang hosting hotels and entertainment

Island

15

Changchung Cathedral

Catholic cathedral in Pyongyang, rare North Korean church

Church

16

Korean Central History Museum

Pyongyang museum exhibiting North Korean revolutionary artifacts

Museum

17

Nŭngna-do

Island

18

Munsu-gongwŏn

Large Pyongyang sports complex with stadium and facilities

Park

19

Ar-Rahman Mosque

Rare Pyongyang mosque serving diplomatic and Muslim communities

Mosque

20

Tomb of King Tongmyong

Royal mausoleum of Goguryeo founder, monumental tomb

Tomb

21

Three Revolution Exhibition

Massive Pyongyang museum showcasing ideological, technological, artistic revolutions

Museum

22

Party Foundation Museum

Museum documenting the ruling party's history and ideology

Museum

23

Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum

Large Pyongyang museum commemorating Korean War with exhibits.

Museum

24

Taesŏngsan-yuwŏnji

Pyongyang park featuring monuments and recreation

Park

25

Nŭngnado-yuwŏnji

Park