In the hottest season of the year, when many corners of the world are immersed in the gentle embrace of air conditioning, the height of summer in North Korea paints a picture of resilience and poetry in its own unique way. We often hear that the scarcity of electricity in North Korea makes it difficult for people to reach the prosperity of modern cities, but when the scorching sun hangs high and the temperature reaches a peak of 39 degrees, the North Korean people show a different kind of survival wisdom and optimism.
North Korea's summer days are like a harsh examiner, testing every inch of Pyongyang with endless enthusiasm. In the streets and alleys, pedestrians are in a hurry, but there is little shade to avoid, they are like walking in the golden desert, sweat has become the most loyal companion, every drop carries the desire for coolness. In the midst of the scorching heat, the women of Pyongyang, with their parasols as shields, their skirts fluttering lightly, and their high heels taking firm steps, like lotus flowers blooming in summer, are not only warriors against the hot summer, but also the most touching scenery on the streets.
Electric fans and hand fans have become the most simple poems in the Korean summer. In the small shop, the wind of an electric fan has become a luxury enjoyment, while more families rely on the folding fan in their hands, gently swaying, taking away a trace of dryness. Electric fans, in the hearts of North Koreans, are not only a symbol of coolness, but also an expectation for a better life; The folding fan carries a thousand-year-old tradition, and each wave contains the cultural heritage and the wisdom of cooling off.
The students even used the mini fans as a "magic device to cool off", they are small and delicate, and they can be carried around, bringing a touch of coolness to the tense study time. In class, the children held a pen in one hand and gently shook the fan in the other, and that concentration and tenacity were even more precious in the heat wave. These fans are not only a tool to cool off, but also a bridge of friendship, and children are sharing and communicating, weaving a happy chapter of summer together.
Water has become an indispensable companion of North Korean summer. Rivers and swimming pools are a haven for summer escape, and indoor water parks are a source of joy for families. The children frolicked in the water, the adults relaxed in the coolness, and at that moment, all the worries seemed to disappear with the waves. The spa is a perfect blend of cooling off and wellness, providing residents with a variety of summer experiences, allowing people to find an oasis of tranquility in the sweltering summer.
In the evening, the banks of the Datong River ushered in its highlight moment. The sunset is like blood, sprinkled on the surface of the river, sparkling. People set up barbecues here, and the aroma of barbecue and the freshness of cold beer are intertwined to create a warm and cozy picture. The beer hall is bustling with people, and citizens gather here to enjoy the most relaxing moments of the day. The holding of the International Beer Festival has pushed this joy to a climax and has become a beautiful scenery in Pyongyang in summer.
In rural areas, summer life is even more closely linked to water. Villagers bathe, frolic and picnic in the river, enjoying the coolness and food that nature has given them. The river is not only a sacred place for summer retreat, but also a source of life, which nourishes the land and nurtures the simple and resilient character of the Korean people.
In the city's parks, the elderly sit together, play chess and cards, and enjoy a leisurely time. Their laughter, their chatter and the rustle of the leaves mingle to form a summer serenade. North Korean men, in addition to being busy, do not forget to enjoy life, they create their own happiness and tranquility through simple entertainment.
Every ordinary summer, for the people of North Korea, is a test and display of survival wisdom. They adapt to the scorching heat in their own way, live in harmony with nature and form deep bonds with their neighbors and friends. In the absence of air conditioning, they can still find happiness and contentment, and this tenacity and optimism are the most touching scenery of North Korean summer.