North Hamgyong Province, Industrial province in northeastern North Korea
North Hamgyong Province extends along the East Korea Bay, containing 21 administrative districts and the third largest city of North Korea, Chongjin.
The province formed in 1896, experienced rapid industrial growth during Japanese rule between 1910 and 1945, establishing metal manufacturing and port facilities.
The North Hamgyong Province Art Gallery in Chongjin displays regional artists' works and maintains a collection representing the local artistic heritage.
Transportation within the province connects through Orang Airport, railway networks, and Chongjin's trolley bus system, the only one outside Pyongyang.
The Kim Chaek Iron and Steel Complex in Chongjin represents the largest metallurgical center in North Korea, producing metal products for national industries.
Location: North Korea
Inception: 1896
Capital city: Chongjin
Shares border with: Jilin, Ryanggang Province, South Hamgyong Province
GPS coordinates: 41.90300,129.40800
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:04
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Chilbosan
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Pukkwan Victory Monument
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Quanhe Port
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Changbai Waterfall
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Statues of Grand Monument Samjiyon
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