North Korea Travel Guide
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Did you know?
The population of North Korea is around 25.78 mil., which puts the country in 54. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).
How far is it?
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The distance between Pyongyang (KP) and Washington D.C. (US) is 6863 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to North Korea
| Miles | Pyongyang | Kaesong | Nampho | Chongjin | Hamhung | Sariwon | Wonsan | Sinuiju |
| Pyongyang | - | 85 | 28 | 285 | 113 | 37 | 91 | 103 |
| Kaesong | 85 | - | 82 | 314 | 144 | 56 | 95 | 187 |
| Nampho | 28 | 82 | - | 313 | 140 | 25 | 113 | 109 |
| Chongjin | 285 | 314 | 313 | - | 175 | 311 | 219 | 304 |
| Hamhung | 113 | 144 | 140 | 175 | - | 136 | 51 | 166 |
| Sariwon | 37 | 56 | 25 | 311 | 136 | - | 101 | 133 |
| Wonsan | 91 | 95 | 113 | 219 | 51 | 101 | - | 173 |
| Sinuiju | 103 | 187 | 109 | 304 | 166 | 133 | 173 | - |
Facts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 54 / 231 Ranking | 25 778 816 |
Area | 100 / 230 Ranking | 46.5 thous. mi² It is approximately 1% of the territory of United States. |
Life expectancy | 137 / 196 Ranking | 71.7 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 67.8women 75.7 |
Median age | 95 / 157 Ranking | 34.6 Average age of population expressed in years.men 33.2women 36.2 |
Population growth | 118 / 172 Ranking | 0.49% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 1 / 131 Ranking | 100% Ability to read, write and count.men 100%women 100% |
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