🏰 Choesung Pavilion

The Choesung Pavilion (Korean: 최승대) is an historic structure located on Moran Hill in Kyongsang-dong, Chung-guyok, Pyongyang, North Korea. First built in the 6th century, it was rebuilt in 1716. One of the National Treasures of North Korea, it is located at the highest point of the hill, 95 meters above ground. The pavilion is bounded on the south and west by rounded, low summits separated by three valleys. It offers views of the many species of trees growing on the hill, including pine, fir, Korean pine, trifoliate pine, linden and poplar. One can seasonally also observe over 70 species of birds from the location.