September 27 is World Tourism Day.
Tourism not only provides people with adequate rest and physical training, but also gives them a deep understanding of politics, the economy, history, culture, geography and others of each country.
The 3rd General Assembly of the World Tourism Organization held in 1979 set September 27 as World Tourism Day to encourage public awareness of the importance of tourism.
The purpose of the designation of WTD was to raise public awareness of the role and importance of tourism as well as its impact on the overall social and economic life including politics, the economy and culture.
For this reason, the World Tourism Organization has set a variety of themes to mark the WTD every year, holds various events and conducts activities to boost tourism.
Major cities and scenic spots have been developed into tourist resorts and projects are in full swing to promote tourism in the world.
Ecotourism is gaining momentum as people’s interest in the protection of ecological environment and nature is growing.
The DPRK joined the WTO in September 1987.
Under the ideal of independence, peace and friendship, the DPRK puts efforts into the development of tourism to encourage cooperation and exchange with the peoples of many countries in the world and provide the people with a civilized cultural and emotional life.
The capital city of Pyongyang, the coastal city of Wonsan, the world-famous Mts Paektu, Kumgang and Myohyang and other areas and scenic spots have been built up wonderfully.
Many cultural and tourist facilities including the Masikryong Ski Resort, Munsu Water Park and Mirim Riding Club also sprang up in different parts of the country.
The theme for this year’s WTD is “Tourism and Peace”.
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