The visitors to the park in the plaza of the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, the sacred temple of Juche where the President and leader Kim Jong Il lie in state, paid homage to the portraits of the smiling great leaders.

Service personnel, working people from all walks of life and school youth and children paid tribute to their statues on Mansu Hill and in other parts of the country and the portraits of the smiling great leaders across the country.

Many people visited the 20th Kimilsungia Festival venue in Pyongyang and Kimilsungia exhibition halls in provinces.

Working people from all walks of life visited fine art exhibitions in the capital city and localities of the country.

Art performances were given at theaters, halls, outdoor stages, etc. across the country to celebrate the Day of the Sun.

Children across the country joined the Korean Children's Union on this occasion.