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Natural monuments of North Korea is a natural monuments system that designates natural resources that are designated as significant to the North Korean government. A total of 469 natural monument entries have been designated from no.1 to no. 935.
North Hamgyong: 1427; Natural: (vii)(viii)(ix) 2000 Erosions caused by igneous rocks from the Paektu Mountain formed Mt. Chilbo, hence its diversity of rocks. It is also the habitat of around 750 plant species, 20 mammals, 40 birds, and 10 reptiles. There are also 11 natural monuments already valued and protected by the North Korean government.
Pages in category "Natural monuments of North Korea" The following 8 pages are in this category, out of 8 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
Pages in category "Monuments and memorials in North Korea" The following 10 pages are in this category, out of 10 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A.
After liberation of Korea in 1945, North Korea published the "Treasure, relic, scenic site, natural monuments conservation act" in April 1946, and installed the "ancient relic conservation committee" to administer the conservation of national heritage.But upon a decision by the cabinet, it was replaced with the "Conservation of relics of materialc culture act" and the organization ...
The Mansu Hill Grand Monument (Korean: 만수대대기념비; Hanja: 萬壽臺大紀念碑) is a complex of monuments in Pyongyang, North Korea.There are 229 figures in all, commemorating the history of the revolutionary struggle of the Korean people, and especially their leaders.
The North Korean side of the mountain is also popular among visitors to North Korea. [citation needed] The Chinese tourism area is classified as a AAAAA scenic area by the China National Tourism Administration. [66] There are a number of monuments on the North Korean side of the mountain. Paektu Spa is a natural spring and is used for bottled ...
The monuments inscribed also include an astronomical and meteorological observatory, two schools (including one dedicated to educating national officials) and commemorative steles. The site testifies to the transition from Buddhism to neo-Confucianism in East Asia and to the assimilation of the cultural, spiritual, and political values of the ...