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ADMINISTRATIVE CAPITAL: Pyongyang
GEOGRAPHY
Located in East Asia North Korea owns the northern part of the Korean peninsula. Having a land area of 120,540 km² and a coast of 2,495 kms the country is gifted with natural resources like Gold,coal, copper etc.
DEMOGRAPHY
A population of close to 25 Million. Muslims account for about 0.1% of the population.
CLIMATE
A continental climate with long winters. Average temperature at the capital city during summer is between 29°C to 20°C while winter will be -3°C to -13°C average snow fall is about 37 days.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
Korean is the official languages.
LOCAL TIME
GMT+9 hrs throughout the year
BUSINESS HOURS
Government: 9 AM to 4 PM
General: 9 AM to 5 PM
HOLIDAYS
New Year's Day : January 1st
Military Foundation Day : April 25th
International Workers Day : May 1st
Victory Day : July 27th
Liberaton Day : August 15th
Independence Day : September 9th
Constitutions Day : December 27th
CURRENCY
North Korean Won
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Emergencies: 119
Introduction to North Korea
The presence of life in the area of North Korea can be dated back to the prehistoric times. The country has had its share of ups and downs but today is emerging as a strong nation. Travelers to North Korea are appointed government approved guides. These guides arrange for tours and visits.The capital city of Pyongyang is by far the most developed city in North Korea. The Juche Tower is the most prominent landmark in the city. Visitors can climb to the top to get some amaing views of the city. The bronze statue at Mansudae is one of the most visited places in the city.
The Children's Palace is a fantastic place for the younger ones to have fun. The USS Pueblo is a captured American vessel worth a visit. The Arch of Triumph and the Korean War Museum are other sites that might interest visitors.
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