North Hamgyong Province
North Hamgyong Province, Industrial province in northeastern North Korea
Description
North Hamgyong Province is located in northeastern North Korea and stretches along the East Korea Bay with 21 administrative districts. The region is home to Chongjin, the country's third largest city, and serves as a major center of heavy industry.
History
The province formed in 1896 and experienced rapid industrial growth during Japanese rule between 1910 and 1945. Metal manufacturing facilities and port infrastructure built during that period became the foundation of the region's economy.
Culture
The provincial art gallery in Chongjin displays works by local artists and holds collections that reflect the region's artistic heritage. The space shows what themes and subjects matter to people in this part of the country through its displays.
Practical
Visitors can reach the province through Orang Airport, railway networks, and Chongjin's trolley bus system, which is unique outside the capital. Transportation options allow freedom of movement, though travelers should plan carefully when moving between different districts.
Did you know?
The Kim Chaek Iron and Steel Complex in Chongjin is the country's largest metallurgical center and has shaped the city's industrial identity for decades. The facility demonstrates how heavily the region depends on a single heavy industry base.
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