The common geographic factor for Egypt and the fertile crescent were the big rivers, they made big alluvial deposits on their shores each year and allowed the people to have sufficient amount of food production. That opened the gates for civilizations to flourish in this places.
You can visit Paektu Mountain, Mansudae Hill Grand Monument and lot more.
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