The National Symphony Orchestra of the DPRK, which has a history spanning 80 years, is a symphony orchestra with a triple-wind configuration. It is particularly known for its distinctive combination of traditional Korean and Western instruments.

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These photos capture children enjoying sports and recreational games in Pyongyang during celebrations marking the 76th anniversary of International Children’s Day on June 1. Their cheerful smiles and boundless energy delighted spectators, offering a glimpse of children growing up happy and healthy.

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On June 6, Pak Thae Song and Jo Yong Won, members of the Presidium of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Workers’ Party of Korea, and Ri Hi Yong, Jong Kyong Thaek, Sin Yong Il, Jo Chun Ryong, An Kum Chol, Kim Jong Gwan, Kim Tok Hun, Jon Hyon Chol and other senior Party and government officials visited all provinces of the country to celebrate the KCU founding anniversary with the schoolchildren.

They met and congratulated the KCU members who have distinguished themselves in study, organizational life and do-good-thing movement.

Senior Party and government officials joined schoolchildren in celebrating the KCU birthday.

At provincial meetings of Korean Children’s Union organizations, officials encouraged KCU members to uphold the organization’s values in their daily lives and to grow into young patriots, always remembering the pledge they made when joining the Union.

Art performances by schoolchildren and other cultural events were held, adding to the pleasure of the holiday.

Senior Party and government officials also enjoyed sports and recreational activities together with the schoolchildren.

Source: KCNA (2026-06-07)

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A dancing party for schoolchildren was held in the front yard of the Mangyongdae Schoolchildren’s Palace on June 5 to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Korean Children’s Union.

The venue was filled with the excitement and joy of schoolchildren celebrating the anniversary of the KCU.

Among the spectators were Ju Chang Il, secretary of the Central Committee of the Workers’ Party of Korea, Paek Un Chol, chairman of the Central Committee of the Socialist Patriotic Youth League, youth league officials, participants in the celebrations of the 80th founding anniversary of the KCU, and members of the delegation of Korean schoolchildren in Japan.

The dance celebration began with the song “We Are the Happiest in the World”.

Schoolchildren then danced to various songs including “Let’s Sing of the Loving Care of the Marshal”, “I Am a Member of the Korean Children’s Union” and “Our Classmates”.

The dancing party concluded with the song “Let Us Be Always Ready for Socialist Country”.

Source: KCNA (2026-06-06)

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Children across the DPRK joyfully welcomed International Children’s Day on June 1.

Children at nurseries, kindergartens, baby homes and orphanages throughout the capital and across the country spent a joyful holiday surrounded by the care and affection of nurses, kindergarten teachers and parents.

On their holiday, children at Pyongyang Baby Home, Pyongyang Orphanage, Kim Jong Suk Nursery, Kyongsang Kindergarten and Changgwang Kindergarten received apples and pears provided by the Workers’ Party of Korea.

During artistic performances, children across the country sang songs including “We Yearn for Marshal Kim Jong Un” and performed dances to a variety of musical pieces.

The children took part in various sports, folk and recreational games. Among the activities were team competitions featuring “Chong” (blue) and “Hong” (red) teams and “Aircraft” and “Tank” teams. The sight of the children’s joyful play delighted the spectators.

On the same day, commercial service establishments, parks and amusement venues in all parts of the DPRK were crowded with children spending a pleasant time with their parents.

Source: KCNA (2026-06-02)

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The temple was originally built in 392 during the reign of King Kwanggaetho, the 24th ruler of the Koguryo Kingdom. It was later restored in 1727 during the feudal Joson dynasty.

Kwangbop Temple was destroyed by US bombing during the Korean War, but it was reconstructed in 1990 in its original form.

It is a representative example of architecture from the Koguryo period. There are the Haethal Gate, the gate of the temple, five-storied octagonal pagoda and the main hall where Buddhist priests sit in meditation east and west on both sides of its central axis.

The main hall, painted red and blue, features a two-storied hip-saddle roof.

Inside the hall are three Buddhist statues, including a statue of Shakyamuni, as well as a painting of Buddha.

In the centre of the temple yard there is a five-storied octagonal pagoda, noted for its elegant appearance and harmonious balance with the surrounding buildings.

As a valuable cultural heritage site that reflects the architectural achievements and long cultural traditions of the Korean people, the temple is carefully preserved and maintained as a relic of national treasure.

In February 1991, President Kim Il Sung visited the temple and expressed satisfaction that it had been successfully reconstructed in accordance with historical principles.

In later years, a resting area was created around the temple, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

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