Part 6/12:
Arriving at Sunan International Airport, one immediately notices the differing atmosphere of Pyongyang compared to other major cities. The city's orderliness is apparent, with tall buildings lining up closely yet devoid of chaos. Most residents rely on public transportation—including subways and buses—to navigate the city; personal vehicles are exceedingly rare, with only around 30,000 active cars registered in a nation of over 25 million people.
The subway system boasts the world's deepest station, serving as a bomb shelter and characterized by its steady year-round temperature. Uniquely, residents often traverse their cities via stairs, as many apartment buildings lack elevators.