What Daily Life In North Korea Looks Like

A Common Sight

The photographer said that this sight was not uncommon. Many people were forced to bathe themselves in nearby bodies of water since they lacked access to water. Clean water wasn't even at the forefront of most peoples' minds... They just wanted water.

The More You Know

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Saint Patrick's Day began as a "feast day". To honor him, Christians could put aside their Lenten restrictions on food and alcohol consumption, which is why excessive drinking has become linked to the celebration.
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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.