Kim Il-sung Square, Central parade square in Chung-guyok district, North Korea.
Kim Il-sung Square covers 75,000 square meters along the Taedong River, featuring the Grand People's Study House and government buildings.
The square, constructed in 1954 after the Korean War, served as a symbol of national reconstruction and development in Pyongyang.
The square functions as North Korea's primary location for military parades, national celebrations, and mass gatherings for up to 100,000 participants.
White dots mark specific positions where participants stand during organized events, while an underground department store operates beneath the square.
The square serves as North Korea's kilometer zero point, from which all national road distances are measured throughout the country.
Location: Pyongyang
Location: Chung-guyok
Inception: 1954
GPS coordinates: 39.01953,125.75247
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:12
These squares in Asia feature historical monuments, cultural centers and architectural landmarks. The locations serve as gathering points for markets, celebrations and social meetings. Visitors experience traditional games, local cuisine and regional festivals.
Grand People’s Study House
435 m
Pyongyang Castle
591 m
Korean Central History Museum
191 m
Korean Art Gallery
176 m
Taedongmun
491 m
Mansudae Apartments
779 m
Mansudae Art Theatre
622 m
Taedongmoon Cinema
652 m
Pyongyang Bell
530 m
Ryongwang Pavilion
590 m
Mansudae Fountain Park
497 m
Kyongrim Residential 5
376 m
Mansudae Apartment 2#
725 m
Kyongrim Residential 1
408 m
Mansudae Apartment 8#B
721 m
Mansudae Apartment 1#
729 m
Mansudae Apartment 8#A
744 m
Mansudae Apartment 5#
747 m
Mansudae Apartment 9#B
728 m
Mansudae Apartment 9#A
755 m
Kyongrim Residential 4
323 m
Mansudae Apartment 3#
834 m
Kyongrim Residential 7
330 m
Kyongrim Residential 9
368 m
Kyongrim Residential 2
396 m
Kyongrim Residential 3
258 m
Kyongrim Residential 6
310 m
Kyongrim Residential 10
395 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes