Photos show luxury boat with 50m pool and water slides near Kim Jong Un's summer retreat
Satellite images give clues about how Kim spends his holidays - something far out of reach for most North Koreans.
An 80-meter luxury vessel has been spotted repeatedly off the coast of Wonsan, North Korea, from July to mid-October. The vessel features a 50-meter swimming pool and a cluster of waterslides at one end. It was previously parked at a maintenance facility before relocating to waters off the Kalma Peninsula in early July. This location is near Wonsan, a coastal resort that is believed to be a summer retreat used by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his family.
Multiple large vessels, all with distinctive features, have been observed near Kim Jong Un's villa in satellite images. The exact ownership and cost of these vessels remain unknown, but comparable luxury yachts can range from tens of millions to over $100 million. The movements of these vessels are believed to be linked to Kim Jong Un's private activities, as they coincide with gaps in his public appearances.
Wonsan has a history of association with the Kim family, particularly during Kim Jong Il's rule. The city is known for its high-end hotels, restaurants, shops, sports facilities, and water parks, which can accommodate up to 20,000 visitors. Despite being a notoriously impoverished nation, the Kim dynasty is known for its lavish lifestyle.
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