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Pyongyang • Asia/Pyongyang

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Country Information

Capital
Pyongyang
Population
11,048,946
Area
120,538 km²
Largest City
Pyongyang
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
KP / PRK
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
Korean
Currency
North Korean Won (₩) - ₩100
Coordinates
Decimal:39.0339, 125.7543
DMS:39°02′02″N, 125°45′16″E
Elevation
Highest:2,744 m
Lowest:0 m
Average:1,372 m
International Dialing Code
+850

Time Zones

• Asia/Pyongyang| KST (UTC+9)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Ŭndŏk
Southernmost
Kangnyŏng
Easternmost
Ŭndŏk
Westernmost
Sinŭiju

About North Korea

North Korea was established in 1948 following the end of Japanese colonial rule after World War II.
The Korean War, which lasted from 1950 to 1953, resulted in the division of the Korean Peninsula into North and South Korea.
Kim Il-sung, the country's founding leader, developed the ideology of Juche, which emphasizes self-reliance and independence.
The country is known for its strict control over information and limited access to the internet for its citizens.
The Arirang Festival, held in Pyongyang, features mass games that showcase the country's culture and achievements through synchronized performances.
North Korea has a state-controlled economy that focuses on heavy industry and agriculture, with little market-oriented reform.
The country is mountainous, with the Baekdu Mountain range being the highest and considered sacred in Korean culture.
The Korean language, known as Hangul, is the official language of North Korea and is celebrated for its phonetic simplicity.
Traditional Korean cuisine, which includes dishes like kimchi and bulgogi, plays a significant role in North Korean culture.
The Mansudae Grand Monument in Pyongyang features colossal statues of Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il, symbolizing the ruling family's legacy.
North Korea celebrates various national holidays, including the Day of the Sun on April 15, marking Kim Il-sung's birthday.
The country's isolation has led to unique cultural developments, including its own interpretations of traditional Korean music and dance.
North Korea's landscape includes scenic spots like the Kumgang Mountains, which are known for their natural beauty and cultural significance.
The state promotes a form of atheism as part of its ideology, but some traditional beliefs and practices remain among the population.

Cities in North Korea

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Cities by Population

PyongyangHamhŭngSunch’ŏnHŭngnamKaesŏngWŏnsanChongjinMan’gyŏngdae-riKaech’ŏnSariwŏn-siSinŭijuTŏkch’ŏnHaejuKanggyeChangam-ch’onSinp’oSongnim-niCh’ŏngdan-ŭpSinch’ŏn-ŭpPaek'akChaeryŏng-niŎrangSamch’ŏnSinwŏn-ŭpPongch’ŏn-ŭp

Cities in North Korea

Columns62 cities
City Name
Population
Area
City Center Elevation
Time Zone
UTC Offset
PyongyangCAPITAL
3,222,000
1,611 km²
40 m
KST
UTC+9
559,056
280 km²
19 m
KST
UTC+9
455,000
-
-
-
UTC+9
437,000
-
-
-
UTC+9
346,082
173 km²
6 m
KST
UTC+9
338,155
169 km²
41 m
KST
UTC+9
329,207
165 km²
7 m
KST
UTC+9
327,000
164 km²
4 m
KST
UTC+9
321,690
-
-
-
UTC+9
319,554
-
-
-
UTC+9
310,100
155 km²
19 m
KST
UTC+9
288,112
144 km²
6 m
KST
UTC+9
237,133
-
-
-
UTC+9
222,396
111 km²
54 m
KST
UTC+9
209,530
105 km²
288 m
KST
UTC+9
207,299
-
-
-
UTC+9
192,680
96 km²
714 m
KST
UTC+9
159,825
-
-
-
UTC+9
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