Pyongyang Bell

Pyongyang Bell
Chosŏn'gŭl 평양종
Hancha 平壤鐘
Revised Romanization Pyeongyangjong
McCune–Reischauer P'yŏngyangjong

The Pyongyang Bell is one of the National Treasures of North Korea.

The current bell was cast in 1726 during the Ri dynasty[1] to replace an earlier one that was destroyed by fire in 1714. The bell was rung to announce invasions, natural disasters, New Year's Day and other major events.[2]

The bell is 3.1 m in height with a diameter at the mouth of 1.6 m. It weighs around 13 000 kg.[1] It is made mostly of bronze, but contains 35 different metals.[2]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Historical Remains -Pyongyang Bell". korea-dpr.com. Korean Friendship Association (KFA). 2011. Retrieved April 26, 2014.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Corfield, Justin (July 15, 2013). Historical Dictionary of Pyongyang. Anthem Press. p. 171. ISBN 0 85728 234 4. Retrieved April 26, 2014.