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He may have been described as "ruthless and reckless" for having his own uncle executed - but that hasn't stopped North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un engaging in his favourite pastime.

Just like his father, the late Kim Jong-il, the Supreme Leader likes to spend time touring the country looking at stuff - and sometimes pointing.

Newly-released pictures show the diminutive despot looking at fish in a fishery, at ski gear in a snowy holiday lodge and closely examining a hotel reception desk made of fine marble.

Today marks the second anniversary of Kim Jong-il's death.

The young Kim was described by US secretary of state John Kerry as "ruthless and reckless" after he reportedly had his uncle Jang Song Thaek executed as a traitor.

Jang, 67, who was thought to be the second most powerful person in the country, was executed last week over a string of allegations including corruption, drug taking and using pornography.

In August, Kim reportedly had his ex-girlfriend Hyon Song Wol killed by firing squad in front of her family, following claims she had made a pornographic video.