Countries that border North Korea
North Korea shares land borders with 3 countries: China, Russia, South Korea. Tap any neighbour to see who it borders, or play the daily country game.
North Korea's neighbouring countries
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Key facts about North Korea
- CapitalPyongyang
- RegionEastern Asia
- Land borders3
- Area120,538 km²
- Population25,950,000
- ISO codeKP
Learning North Korea on the map
Knowing which countries border North Korea is one of the quickest ways to lock its position into memory. Try to place North Korea and its neighbours yourself in the country shape quiz — you guess from the outline, with distance and direction hints after every try.
Frequently asked questions
How many countries border North Korea?
North Korea borders 3 countries: China, Russia, South Korea.
Which countries share a border with North Korea?
The countries bordering North Korea are: China, Russia, South Korea.
What is the capital of North Korea?
The capital of North Korea is Pyongyang.