On April 15, North Korea will open the tallest and swankiest building in Pyongyang, the Ryugyong Hotel. Ian Guttridge “Luxury” is not the first word that comes to mind when describing North Korea.

The Ryugyong Hotel in Pyongyang, North Korea holds the title of the world's tallest abandoned building, standing at 330 meters (1,083 feet). It stands unfinished but is a notable huge pyramid ...