Culture
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Jade Statue of Buddha Donated
A rare jade Buddha statue from the Koryo Dynasty was discovered in the DPRK. Donated by a patriotic worker, it exemplifies national pride and cultural heritage.
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Bronze Decoration of Duo Feat
Archeological discoveries confirm the prominence of circus performances at a high level in ancient Korea.
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Info Clip: On the First Full Moon Day
The first full moon of the lunar year has been celebrated by the Korean people since ancient times.
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Video: Women’s Clothes Exhibition 2022 Opens in DPRK
Exhibition showcases designs and products from more than 540 light industrial units across the country.
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A Remarkable Year Reflected on Fine Art Works
The development of Korean-style fine art in the DPRK made remarkable progress in the year 2021.
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Video: North Pyongan Provincial Fine Arts Studio Remodeled
Expanded fine arts studio to make greater contributions to development of art in the province and the cultural life of local people.
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Magic Performances Keep Surprising and Amusing Audiences
Magic performances given by the National Circus of the DPRK in Pyongyang are enjoying even greater popularity in the New Year 2022.
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For Supremacy in the Aerial Stunt
DPRK acrobatic and circus performances are garnering ever greater appreciation in world art circles and winning many prizes and festivals.
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Flowers Bloom in Midwinter
Since the start of 2022 many Pyongyangites have been flocking to the flower exhibition house in Potonggang District.
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Video: Haeju Youth Open-Air Theatre Newly Built
New theatre set to contribute to cultural life of local residents and after-school education of schoolchildren.
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Video: National Fine Art Exhibition Opens
Exhibition opened at the Okryu Exhibition Hall to mark 30th publication anniversary of Leader Kim Jong Il’s work “On Fine Art”
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Yonbaek Peasant Dance
Mass harvest dance originating from peasants in modern-day South Hwanghae Province carried on as a national cultural heritage.
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Father and Son Artists
Artists Ko Jong Il and his son Ko Kum Il work together at the Mansudae Art Studio and are producing many great works.
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National Customs for Chusok
Chusok, a traditional Korean holiday which falls on the 21st this year, is commonly marked with games, dances, songs, and special dishes.
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2nd National Sculpture and Craftwork Festival Opens
Sculpture and craftwork festival opens at the Okryu Exhibition Hall in Pyongyang.
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Writer Who Loves Cartoon Songs
Writer O Yong Ok of the Korea April 26 Animation Studio has written songs for cartoons including ‘A Squirrel and a Hedgehog’ and other famous works.
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Producers of Marionette Performance
The Pyongyang Marionette Company turned 60 years old this year but their performances are being enjoyed more than ever by the Korean children.
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Fine Art Exhibition Opens
Exhibition marks 74th founding anniversary of the Pyongyang University of Fine Arts.
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Info Clip: Mass Cultural and Art Activities
It is the Party’s intention to make every workplace of the country animated with song and dance, overflowing with optimism and stamina.
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Spotlight: Rungna People’s Recreation Ground
Recreation and amusement grounds completed on Rungna Islet in the Taedong River in 2012.
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3 Minutes and 20 Seconds
Music Teacher Kim Pong Sil today trains many talented xylophonists, always keeping close to her heart the memory of her performance for the President.
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General Secretary Kim Jong Un Congratulates Creators and Artistes
Marshal warmly congratulates and encourages newly commended artistes of major state art troupes.
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Spotlight: Mansudae Art Studio
Comprehensive fine arts center iun the DPRK known across the entire globe in art circles.
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Department Store Attributes Success Partly to Mass-Based Artistic Activities
Pyongyang Department Store No. 1 organizes regular mass art activities among its workers.
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New Model Aircraft
The Pyongyang City Aviation Club is making a significant contribution to the development of model-aircraft technology.
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Family of National Musical Instrumentalists
All the family members of music university lecturer Ju Hye Ryon are carrying forward the neautiful traditions of Korean national instruments.
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Dance Turning Round Decorative Tassels on Cap
Still popular today in the DPRK, the distinctive traditional dance originated among the Korean peasantry centuries ago.
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Happy Moments in Photographs
The Pyongyang Noul House are adding to the cultural and emotional life of people by providing an excellent photo service.
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National Fine Art Exhibition of Budding Artists Opens
Fine art exhibition opened at the Okryu Exhibition House in Pyongyang City.
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Historical Relics Repaired Throughout Country
In April, the month for the protection of national heritage, legacies of the nation were inspected and repaired across the DPRK.
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Dances Symbolizing Korean Dancing Art
In the DPRK’s history of development of Juche-oriented dance art, there are four particularly notable dances regarded as masterpieces.