Geography
North Korea is in Eastern Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 40, 127; it has China, Russia, South Korea.
Neighboring countries: China, Russia, South Korea
Asia
North Korea
North Korea is a country in Eastern Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Pyongyang
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Eastern Asia
- Population
- 25.9 million
- Area
- 120,538 km²
- Currency
- North Korean won (KPW)
- Official language
- Korean
- Calling code
- +850
- Internet TLD
- .kp
- Time zone
- UTC+09:00
North Korea map preview: 40.00, 127.00
People and Culture
North Korea uses Korean in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in North Korea varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
North Korea is recorded with the official name Democratic People's Republic of Korea. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Pyongyang
- Eastern Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Pyongyang
- Time zone data: UTC+09:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- North Korea is grouped under Asia.
- North Korea has a listed area of 120,538 km².
- North Korea is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about North Korea
What is the capital of North Korea?
The capital of North Korea is Pyongyang.
What continent is North Korea in?
North Korea is in Asia.
What currency does North Korea use?
North Korea uses the North Korean won.
What language is spoken in North Korea?
Korean is listed for North Korea in this database.