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 Kuwolsan
in the western plain of Hwanghae-do province is a group of mountains and
resorts less than 50 miles southwest from Pyongyang. The mountain range
which rises at an altitude of 954 meters takes its name from the 9th
month of the Lunar calendar, because it is considered particularly
attractive in that month. The mountain is a major summer resort in North
Korea, attracting both local and foreign tourists.
Natural attractions include rock formations, waterfalls, and natural
pools. There are a number of scenic routes through the mountain area.
You can explore the main attractions in a day of driving and hiking.
Sights in Kuwolsan
Kuwolsan is home to the Sansong Revolutionary Site, the Woljong temple,
dating from the 9th century, the Stupas Area, as well as Tomb No.3 in
Anak, dating from the 4th century
Among the sights are the Nine Moon Mountains which stands just across
the mouth of the Taedong River from Namp'o. It is considered the best
and most spectacular mountain grouping on Asia’s western coast.
This rugged, mountainous region is covered with roads and hiking trails,
which provide access to two of the main peaks and valleys. Along these
trails you will encounter impressive waterfalls, natural hot springs,
the walled remains of an old fortress, and several former shrines and
hermitages.
Further south through beautiful scenery lies Woljongsa, an ancient but
partially reconstructed temple, unfortunately only a shadow of its
former glory. Despite this, the Buddhist temple on Mount Odaesan is
still considered a national treasure.
Mt. Kuwolsan is also well known for holding numerous historic and
cultural objects. Among them are Tankundae, a testimony of the Tangun
myth, Sansungtuh of the Kokuro dynasty, a kiln for Koyro porcelains, and
old temples such as Paeyopsa and Woljongsa.
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