North Korea map and facts
Democratic People's Republic of Korea · Eastern Asia, Asia. Capital: Pyongyang.
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North Korea in magenta, neighbours in pink · ● capital
North Korea in context
North Korea is home to about 25.9 million people, 0.32% of the world's population, on 120,538 km² of territory. It shares land borders with 3 countries: China, South Korea, Russia.
Closest in size in Asia: compare North Korea and South Korea. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.
North Korea FAQ
What is the capital of North Korea?
The capital of North Korea is Pyongyang.
What is the population of North Korea?
About 25.9 million people (25,950,000), which ranks 56th of 197 countries.
How big is North Korea?
North Korea covers 120,538 km² (46,540 sq mi), the 97th-largest country by area.
What continent is North Korea in?
North Korea is in Asia, in the Eastern Asia subregion.
What countries border North Korea?
North Korea borders 3 countries: China, South Korea, Russia.
What language is spoken in North Korea?
Official or national language: Korean.