Chonapo Lagoon

Korea (North) / Kangwon / Tongchon /
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(천아포/天鵝浦)
This lake has been famous with the ruling elite since olden times due to its beautiful scenery. During the Yi dynasty, the Yangban aristocrats and sometimes even the royal family would sometimes come here to hunt and relax. Nowadays, it appears that Kim Jong-il has a villa here.

The lagoon's name means "Heavenly Goose Lagoon"
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Coordinates:   39°4'45"N   127°46'22"E
This article was last modified 15 years ago