North Korea
Democratic People's Republic of Korea
People: North Korean
North Korea is located in Eastern Asia and has a population of around 25.9 million. Its capital city is Pyongyang, and the most widely spoken official language is Korean.
North Korea — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Democratic People's Republic of Korea |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Pyongyang |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Eastern Asia |
| Population | 25,950,000 |
| Area | 120,538 km² |
| Currency | North Korean won (KPW) ₩ |
| Official Language | Korean |
| Dialling Code | +850 |
| Internet TLD | .kp |
| Timezone | UTC+09:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | KP / PRK |
| Borders | China, South Korea, Russia |
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Frequently Asked Questions about North Korea
What is the capital of North Korea?
The capital of North Korea is Pyongyang.
What currency does North Korea use?
North Korea uses the North Korean won (KPW, symbol: ₩).
What language do they speak in North Korea?
The official language of North Korea is Korean.
What is the dialling code for North Korea?
The international dialling code for North Korea is +850.
What side of the road does North Korea drive on?
North Korea drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering North Korea
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