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Pyongyang is located in the southwestern part of North Korea, in East Asia. It is the capital and largest city of North Korea, situated on the Taedong River. With its grand monuments, socialist architecture, and carefully curated image, the city offers a glimpse into the isolated yet intriguing world of the Hermit Kingdom. Pyongyang’s Juche Tower, a symbol of the country’s self-reliance ideology, provides panoramic views of the city. The city’s Kim Il-sung Square is a vast public space where grand military parades and celebrations take place. Pyongyang’s meticulously planned cityscape and its limited accessibility make it a city where every structure seems to carry the weight of the nation’s carefully crafted narrative.