On the southern side of the mouth of the Taedong River, just across from the port city of Namp'o are the Nine Moon Mountains, which include some of the most spectacular peaks on North Korea's western coast. There are some unpaved roads and hiking trails that lead over two of the main peaks, as well as through two beautiful valleys, where you can see waterfalls, hot springs, old fortress walls and ancient shrines and hermitages.
Not far south of the main peak is the summer resort of Samsong Pleasure Ground, where many affluent North Koreans spend their holidays. Further south is the reconstructed temple of Woljongsa.
Accommodation is available at Samsong Pleasure Ground. The most important sights in the region can be explored in a day or so. It requires some driving and hiking, but you can only go there with a guide. The mountains at Kuwolsan are 65 km southwest of P'yongyang.
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