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Ice Sculpture Festival Held in DPRK
Pyongyang, February 13 (KCNA) -- An ice sculpture festival started in Samjiyon township and the area of the Kim Jong Il's birthplace in the Paektusan Secret Camp on Tuesday in celebration of the birth anniversary of leader Kim Jong Il.

On display there were thousands of ice sculptures created by inhabitants in Samjiyon County and members of the Ministry of People's Security group under the 618 Construction Shock Brigade.

Among them are sculptures depicting Jongil Peak imposingly standing in defense of the birthplace, Kimjongilia, big celebration lantern and vase which reflected deep reverence of the DPRK army and people for Kim Jong Il.

There were also sculptures depicting a green pine on Nam Hill and two pistols, the Marshal's star on the Supreme Commander's flag, satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2, Changjon Street, Pyongyang Folklore Park and Rungna Dolphinarium. They left deep impressions on the visitors.

Some sculptures portrayed people who are full of enthusiasm to boost production in all fields and units of the national economy in hearty response to the New Year Address made by the dear respected Kim Jong Un.

A variety of lighting methods were applied to suit the characteristics of ice sculptures, adding to the aesthetic value of each piece.

The ice sculpture festival is visited by many inhabitants in the county and other people every day.

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