This picture was taken in 2008 in on the Yalu River in Dandong, China. The boat is flying the North Korean colors and appears to be manned by a few soldiers near the bow. Dandong and the North Korean city of Sinuiju are separated only by the Yalu River. One of the main attractions of Dandong is the ability to get close to North Korea. We took a speed boat along the river and near the North Korean shore for 70 yuan or about 11 USD. Also available in Dandong are pictures, posters, pins, and stamps featuring Kim Jong-Il and his father Kim Il-sung.
Showing posts with label North Korea. Show all posts
Showing posts with label North Korea. Show all posts
Friday, February 25, 2011
North Koreans on the Yalu River
This picture was taken in 2008 in on the Yalu River in Dandong, China. The boat is flying the North Korean colors and appears to be manned by a few soldiers near the bow. Dandong and the North Korean city of Sinuiju are separated only by the Yalu River. One of the main attractions of Dandong is the ability to get close to North Korea. We took a speed boat along the river and near the North Korean shore for 70 yuan or about 11 USD. Also available in Dandong are pictures, posters, pins, and stamps featuring Kim Jong-Il and his father Kim Il-sung.
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Dangerously Close to North Korea
This photo was taken in 2008 in a creek that forms part of the border between North Korea and China. The Chinese city of Dandong is separated from the North Korean city of Sinuiju by the Yalu River. This creek is patrolled by guards from both countries and if you get too close to the North Korean shore, the Chinese guards take your picture and you can face consequences.
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