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Samjiyŏn is a city in Ryanggang Province, North Korea. It takes its name from three lakes in the city, which are collectively known as the Samji lake. Samjiyŏn is situated near Mount Paektu, and tour groups fly to the Samjiyon Airport to see the mountain, which holds significance in North Korean mythology. Samjiyon is the least populated city in North Korea.
Many houses and buildings in Samjiyŏn have been upgraded in recent decades, and many new buildings, including a recreational centre for youths, were finished in 2005. Popular activities in Samjiyŏn are skiing and various activities for schoolchildren, who use the surrounding area of Mt. Paektu for various scouting-like operations in conjunction with school-led vacations or outings.
In December 2019, Kim Jong Un opened a completed expansion of the existing township, described by state media as a "modern" city with residences and industrial parks. The city was known as a county until a decision to upgrade its status was made in December 2019. The modernization of Samjiyon City is to also help boost tourism to North Korea. The city opened for international tourists in December 2024.
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The first station was built in 1985, but as it was easily viewed from China, in 1989 it was destroyed and moved to a second site, north of the current third site. However, on inspecting the completed facilities, Kim Il Sung deemed it unsuitable, as it was in view of China's mountains. Ordering a third rebuild, the second station was taken over by the Samjiyŏn Precision Machinery Factory (the No. 95 Munitions Factory) after completion of the current, third site, in 1992. This third station is located directly on the Paektu Mountain Tourist Road, which gives direct access to Kim Il Sung’s palace compound. 20 civilian personnel and two military squads protect the area immediately around the station. During the annual visit by the leader in July or August, the entire civilian population is employed to clean the transportation system and local environment.
Tourism
The Samjiyon Grand Monument consists of four groups of sculptures called On the Battlefield, Fatherland, Longing, and Forwards. (2025). 9789513177270, Tammi. ISBN 9789513177270
Presidential palaces
Samjiyŏn has been a holiday resort and destination for two leaders of North Korea. Both Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il have established palaces and compounds in the area, accessed by a specially developed and exclusive railway station for the leaders’ train.
Climate
Samjiyon has a subarctic climate (Köppen climate classification Dwc/Dwb) with cool summers and cold, dry winters.
Sport
It has one of the three speed skating ovals in the country.
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