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Chollima Statue
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A public monument and viewpoint in Pyongyang. Access depends on an organised North Korea tour.
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Timed entry
No
Typical price
Free
Best time to visit
The early morning hours offer the best light for photographs and fewer crowds from tour groups. The late afternoon also provides spectacular plays of light on the bronze sculpture.
Budget tips
Access to the area is generally included in organized tours, so no additional tickets are required. Bring some local currency with you for any purchases at nearby shops.
Recommended for
History enthusiasts, Photographers, Curious travelers
Plan your visit
15-30 min
About
Quick facts: The winged bronze horse stands out against the sky of the capital, a symbol created to represent the drive toward the country's economic progress. The sculpture depicts a horse in full gallop carrying two figures, a man holding a document and a woman holding a sickle.
Highlights: Admiring it up close, one notices the muscular details of the horse, almost as if it were about to take flight from its granite pedestal. The elevated position on Mansu Hill offers a privileged perspective over the city, and at sunset the statue takes on golden tones that make it almost unreal.
Insider tips
- Bring a camera with zoom: the details of the sculpture are best appreciated from a distance
- Take photos from the opposite side of the street to include the statue in the urban setting
- Avoid the midday hours, when direct sunlight flattens the colors of the bronze
- Ask your guide to tell the stories behind the figures depicted before climbing up to the monument
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