North Korea

Maps and Statistics of North Korea

North Korea, officially the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), is a country in East Asia, located on the northern part of the Korean Peninsula. Its capital and largest city is Pyongyang. Bordered by China and Russia to the north and by South Korea to the south, the country is known for its strict government led by the Kim dynasty. North Korea operates under a centralized command economy. Internationally isolated, it's often in the spotlight for its nuclear weapons program and human rights issues.