They paid tribute to the statues of the President and leader Kim Jong Il.

An endless stream of people visited the birthplace of the President in Mangyongdae.

The 17th Kimilsungia Festival and Kimilsungia exhibitions in Pyongyang and provinces were crowded with visitors expressing profound reverence for Kim Il Sung.

Put on the stages of theaters and halls and open-air stages in Pyongyang and various other places were songs praising him.

Art performances "Eternal song of the sun, song of reverence" and "Song of the great sun to be sung forever" were given by art groups of provincial organs at the art theatres of North Hamgyong Province and Jagang Province.

A grand chorus "We will add glory to the undying exploits of the great sun forever" was given by 1 000 builders at the construction site of the multi-tier power stations on the River Chongchon.

Art performances and grand choruses were given by school youth and children and members of the women's union at the Hamhung Grand Theatre and at Sinuiju Square.

Diverse sports and amusement games were held by organs, industrial establishments and farms in Pyongyang and local areas.

Many schoolchildren joined the Korean Children's Union that day.

Diverse foods were served at public catering establishments in various parts of the country to add to the festive atmosphere.