Kangwon Province

Kangwon Province extends over 11,152 square kilometers along the East Sea, featuring the northern section of the Taebaek Mountains and deep valleys.

The province originated in 1395 during the Joseon Dynasty, deriving its name from Gangneung and Wonju cities before splitting between North and South Korea in 1945.

The region contains more than 100 ancient temples, including the Changan, Mahayon, and Singye temples, representing Buddhist architectural traditions.

The industrial center of Wonsan maintains shipbuilding facilities, automobile manufacturing plants, refineries, and cement production facilities serving the provincial economy.

Mount Kumgang, rising 1,638 meters, contains approximately 12,000 documented peaks and stone formations shaped through natural erosion processes.

Location: North Korea

Capital city: Wonsan

Shares border with: South Hamgyong Province, Gangwon Province, South Pyongan Province, North Hwanghae Province

GPS coordinates: 39.14750,127.44611

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:14