Kim Il Sung Birthday Celebration

The largest and most famous holiday in North Korea is the birthday of Kim Il Sung, also known as “Day of the Sun” in the DPRK. This holiday times itself well as spring is in full effect and locals are longing to leave their homes after a long winter.

North Koreans begin the day by paying respects to various monuments and statues around the city as well as trips to Mangyongdae, his native house and Kumsusan Palace of the Sun which is the final resting place of President Kim Il Sung. As the day progresses people head to local parks and restaurants to enjoy their time off with BBQ and songs.

Where: Pyongyang

When: April 15