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Auspicious February Holiday Celebrated

February 16, the auspicious day when the father of the nation Chairman Kim Jong Il was born, is celebrated as the greatest national holiday in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).

The 83rd birth anniversary of Chairman Kim Jong Il is marked by the National Photo Exhibition held on February 3 in the capital city of Pyongyang, followed by the opening of Film Week for Celebration of February 16 and the National Fine Art Exhibition.

Meanwhile, art performances, photo exhibition and other colourful events took place at the theatres in the capital city and provinces.

The evening gala of youth and students was held with fireworks display at Kim Il Sung Square and the ball of officials and members of Women’s Union took place at the Arch of Triumph Square.

All the people across the country are paying the greatest tribute to Chairman Kim Jong Il, looking back on his immortal life-long exploits of providing a sure guarantee for the eternal prosperity of the country and happiness of the people.

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