From The Big Picture. Looking at some of these photos, especially the images of the deserted highways and city boulevards, gives me the impression that North Korea is an eerily quiet place. Celebrating 60 years of existence this year, North Korea holds out as the last Stalinist state in the world. In such a restrictive society, it is difficult - if not impossible - for residents to get news ... Read full entry

Tourist photos from North Korea (video presentation). Once more unto the iron curtain... incredible photos (if only by virtue of the fact we see so few images from North Korea) taken by Paul Koontz during a visit to the country last year. While in Asia in 2007, TEDster Paul Koontz got the priceless chance to spend a few days in North Korea. He brought his two kids - and his ... Read full entry