The square was constructed in 1954 according to a master plan for reconstructing the capital after the destruction of the Korean War. It is the 37th largest square in the world, having an area of about 75,000 square meters which can accommodate a rally of more than 100,000 people. The square has a great cultural significance, as it is a common gathering place for rallies, dances and military parades and is often featured in media concerning the DPRK. 

This tower honours the North Korean philosophy of Juche and was unveiled to mark the president's 70th birthday in 1982. Indeed, the tower is made up of 25,550 granite blocks - one for every day of Kim's life until his 70th birthday. The tower stands at 170m and a trip to the top by lift (€5) is well worth it, providing a great view over the capital on a clear day.

The historic centre of Pyongyang popular with local citizens after school and one weekends. Flanked by examples of ancient and modern architecture from different eras.

Mansudae Grand Monument - Enormous bronze statues of President Kim Il Sung and Leader Kim Jong Il overlooking the centre of Pyongyang. A presentation of flowers and bow by the group is customary here.

The central library located in the North Korean capital, Pyongyang. The building is situated on Kim Il-sung Square by the banks of the Taedong River. Opened to coincide with Kim-Il-sung's 70th birthday in 1982, the Grand People's Study House was constructed as a sanctuary of learning and and as a force to intellectualize the nation.

Kim Il-sung's residence during his lifetime, the Kumsusan Palace remained so after his death. North Koreans come here en masse to pay their respects to Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il, both of whom now lie embalmed in glass boxes. The palace is eerie, with bricked-in windows and a vast and empty plaza before it, and the entire experience is easily one of the weirdest you'll have in North Korea, which is quite an accolade.

A massive archway made for the 70th anniversary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung in 1982 and commemorating the liberation of Korea from Japanese colonial rule in 1945. Larger than its counterpart in Paris. The surrounding area is Pyongyang's top recreation ground. It's particularly busy on a Sunday and a lovely place to stroll and absorb something of daily life away from politics and propaganda.  

This startlingly bombastic monument has starred on the cover of more books about North Korea than almost any other. The three hands portrayed represent the worker (holding a hammer), the peasant (holding the scythe) and the intellectual (holding the writing brush). It's an enjoyable visit, not least because you're in the middle of the city and curious locals often pass by.  

The sight of a pointlessly divided nation remains a highlight of any trip to North Korea. Seeing the situation from the North, facing off against US troops to the south is a unique chance to witness things from a new perspective. Among the stops on your DMZ tour is the Armistice Talks Hall where the negotiations were held and the truce eventually signed on 27th July 1953.  

Visiting the impressive Pyongyang metro is definitely a highlight of the capital. The network, which is made up of two lines, has a simultaneous function as a nuclear bunker in the event of the long-awaited American invasion. Stations are deep below ground and you can even see blast doors that will close if Pyongyang ever comes under nuclear bombardment.

Myohyang-san ("Mysterious Fragrant Mountain") is a mountain in North Korea. It is named after the mystic shapes and fragrances found in the area. It is a sacred site as, according to legend, it was the home of King Tangun, forefather of the Korean people. Myohyang is one of North Korean biggest tourist attractions and visited by many national tourists. There are several hiking routes on the mountain.

It is located within the Myohyang Mountains. Founded under the Koryo dynasty at the start of the 11th century, the temple flourished as one of the greatest centers of Buddhism in the north of Korea, and became a renowned place of pilgrimage. The temple is designated as National Treasure #40 in North Korea, with many of its component buildings and structures further declared as individual national treasures.  

A subterranean exhibition hall displaying gifts of all kinds given to the DPRK leaders by foreign states, leaders, and organizations. The exhibition is a fascinating look into material culture in the second half of the 20th century. Highlights include a plane given by the Soviet Union, basketball signed by Michael Jordan from the US State Department, and vodka given by Dennis Rodman. The visit takes most of the morning.  

Mount Kumgang has been known for its scenic beauty since ancient times and is the subject of many different works of art. The mountains are considered the most dramatic scenery in North Korea. It boasts waterfalls, lagoons, mineral springs and Buddhist temples, and hermitages. Park officials provide maps that help you choose between the many attractive sites. The area is divided into Inner, Outer, and Sea Kumgangsan.

It is the largest of the palaces in North Korea dedicated to children's after-school activities. It has 120 rooms, a swimming pool, a gymnasium and a 2,000 seat theatre. Tour one of Pyongyang's centres of extracurricular excellence with study rooms for fine arts, dance, sports, and music, then watch a spectacular performance put on by the students.