Cities in North Korea
The most important cities in North Korea at a glance – from the bustling metropolis to the charming small town. Each city links to a detailed page with map, attractions and travel tips.
Mount Kuwol
Mount Kuwol is one of North Korea's most scenic mountain areas, renowned for its rugged peaks, deep valleys, and historic Buddhist temples.
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Mount Ryongak
Mount Ryongak, known as 'Dragon Mountain', is a popular recreation spot near Pyongyang offering fantastic views and historic pavilions.
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Pukchang
Pukchang in South Pyongan province hosts North Korea's largest coal-fired power plant and is essential for the power supply.
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Hoeryong
Hoeryong is located directly on the Tumen border with China and is famous as the birthplace of Kim Jong-suk, Kim Jong-il's mother.
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Rason
Rason is a special economic zone in the far northeast where the borders of North Korea, China, and Russia meet.
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Sunchon
Sunchon is a large industrial city where a significant portion of North Korea's chemical goods and fertilizers are produced.
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Haeju
Haeju is a strategically important port city in southwestern North Korea, surrounded by significant agricultural land.
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Pyongsong
Pyongsong is the scientific and technological center of North Korea, established specifically for academic research.
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Kaechon
Kaechon is an important industrial city in South Pyongan province, known for coal mining and its water reservoirs.
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Kaesong
Kaesong was the capital of the Koryo kingdom, today located near the Demilitarized Zone at the South Korean border.
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Kimchaek
Kimchaek, formerly Songjin, was named after a North Korean general and is an important port on the east coast.
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Sinuiju
Sinuiju lies on the Yalu River at the border with China and handles a large portion of North Korean-Chinese trade.
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Manpo
Manpo is a picturesque city on the Yalu River acting as an important trading hub with the Chinese city of Ji'an.
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Masikryong Ski Resort
The country's most modern winter sports center offers first-class slopes and luxury accommodation on Taehwa Peak.
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Kanggye
Kanggye is located deep in the mountains of Chagang province and serves as a logistical hub near the Chinese border.
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Samjiyon
Samjiyon is located at the foot of the sacred Mount Paektu and was developed into a modern alpine model village.
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Sariwon
Sariwon is a city in central-western North Korea and an important center for education and agriculture.
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Munchon
Munchon is a city on the east coast north of Wonsan that combines maritime economy and agriculture.
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Tokchon
Tokchon is a thriving industrial city where North Korea's largest automobile factory for trucks operates.
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Yangdok
A modern spa and ski resort known for its hot springs and top-class wellness facilities.
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Lake Sijung
An idyllic coastal lake famous for its medicinal mud and tranquil, pine-fringed surroundings.
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Mount Kumgang
A spectacular mountain range on the east coast, famous for its bizarre rock formations and thousands of peaks.
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Huichon
Huichon is a heavily industrialized city specializing in telecommunications and mechanical engineering.
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Tanchon
Tanchon is a major mining city in the east of the country, known for its massive magnesite deposits.
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Hyesan
Hyesan is located on the Yalu River in the far north, known for freezing winters and the timber industry.
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Anju
Anju is situated on the Chongchon River and plays an important role in the country's energy production.
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Chongjin
Chongjin is the third-largest city and a major center of steel production on the east coast.
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Gangdong-ri
A coastal locality in Kangwon Province, famous for the Sijungho Beach Resort and therapeutic mud.
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Sonchon
Sonchon is located in the plain of North Pyongan province and is characterized by vast rice fields.
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Hamhung
Hamhung is the second-largest city in North Korea and a major center of the chemical industry.
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Jongju
Jongju is an agricultural transport hub in North Pyongan province by the Yellow Sea.
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Nampo
Nampo is a major port city on the Yellow Sea and the maritime gateway to the capital Pyongyang.
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Pyongyang
Pyongyang is the capital and political center of North Korea, located on the Taedong River.
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Wonsan
Wonsan is a port city and a major naval base on the coast of the East Korea Bay.
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What are the largest cities in North Korea?
This page lists the most important cities by population – each with its own detail page, map and attractions.
How do I find attractions per city?
Click a city – the detail page lists the top attractions, a map and travel tips.