The qianlima ([tɕʰjɛ́nlǐmà]; also chollima or cheollima in Korean, and senrima in Japanese; lit. ' thousand-li horse ') is a mythical horse that originates from the Chinese classics and is commonly portrayed in East Asian mythology.

The Chollima Movement (Korean: 천리마 운동; Hancha: 千里馬運動) was a state-sponsored Stakhanovite movement in North Korea intended to promote rapid economic development. Launched in 1956 or 1958, [ 1 ] the movement emphasized "ideological incentives to work harder" and the personal guidance of Kim Il Sung rather than rational modes ...

Discover the Chollima, a majestic symbol in Chinese lore, embodying unattainable speed and power, inspiring yet cautioning against human limits.

Nov 2, 2018 · Chollima (literally “thousand-mile horse”) frequently featuring in North Korean propaganda, is a mythical winged horse that originates from the Chinese classics. This winged horse is said to be too swift and elegant to be mounted by any mortal man.

The Chollima Statue (Korean: 천리마동상) is a monument on Mansu Hill in Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea. The monument symbolizes the "Chollima speed" of the Chollima Movement. The legendary winged horse Chollima depicted by the monument is said to travel 1,000 ri …

Jun 24, 2015 · This is the image of Chollima, one of the most important symbols in North Korea. Located in the North Korean capital of Pyongyang, the towering statue is a monument to Korean workers, the symbol...

The qianlima ([tɕʰjɛ ́ nli ̌ ma ̀]; also chollima or cheollima in Korean, and senrima in Japanese; lit. ' thousand-li horse ') is a mythical horse that originates from the Chinese classics and is commonly portrayed in East Asian mythology.

In Korean, Chinese, and Japanese mythology the Chollima is a horse often portrayed with wings. It is either too swift to be mounted or capable of running a thousand ri (400 km/248.5 mi) per day. Legend states that no man could tame him.

Jun 16, 2024 · The Chollima is a creature of legend and myth, but its influence extends far beyond the realm of folklore. It is a powerful symbol of Korean culture, embodying the spirit of the Korean people, their resilience, and their pursuit of greatness.

The Chollima movement began with the plenum of the Central Committee of the Workers Party of Korea in December 1956, and with Kim Il Sung's on-the-spot guidance at the Kangson Steel Works.