North Korea
North Korea is a country in Asia. Its capital is Pyongyang, and it shares land borders with 3 countries.
- Capital
- Pyongyang
- Region
- Asia
- Area
- 122,118 km² Number 96 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 3 countries
What is the capital of North Korea?
The capital of North Korea is Pyongyang.
Which countries border North Korea?
North Korea shares land borders with 3 countries: China, Russia and South Korea.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Pyongyang |
|---|---|---|
 South Korea | Seoul | 195 km (121 mi) |
 China | Beijing | 808 km (502 mi) |
 Russia | Moscow | 6,412 km (3,984 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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