Sinuiju, Border city in North Pyongan Province, North Korea
Description
Sinuiju sits along the Yalu River facing Dandong across the border in China, serving as a major crossing point between the two countries. The city is one of North Korea's key urban centers for commerce and transportation.
History
The city expanded during Japanese colonial rule between 1910 and 1945 as a railway terminus. This growth transformed it into an industrial center that remained important after independence.
Culture
The Bonbu Kindergarten trains young students who perform in large-scale celebrations held in Pyongyang. As a border location, the city reflects cultural exchanges that make it distinct from inland regions.
Practical
The Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge is the main connection to China and the primary route for crossing the border. Travel within and around the city follows standard regulations that apply throughout the country.
Did you know?
The Pomhyangi Cosmetics Factory produces beauty products made in the city at prices lower than those sold in Pyongyang. This price difference reflects the factory's role in serving nearby consumers looking for affordable goods.
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Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge
1.7 km
New Yalu River Bridge
8.2 km
Yalu River Broken Bridge
2 km
Memorial of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea
3.5 km中朝边境鸭绿江
2.2 km毛泽东
3.1 km"致远"纪念舰
8.2 km평안북도당위원회혁명사적지
752 m신의주청년야외극장
2.1 kmSinuiju Theatre
878 m(abandoned ride)
1.4 km(abandoned ride)
1.4 km(abandoned ride)
1.4 km(abandoned ferris wheel)
1.3 kmSinuiju Circular Apartment
1 kmSino-Korean Border Point
1.8 km为了和平
2.2 km김일성
817 m김정일
822 mWork of art, sculpture
3.4 kmSculpture, Work of art
2.4 kmWork of art, sculpture
2.3 km김일성 벽화
6.5 kmMural, Work of art
6.3 kmMural, Work of art
6.3 kmMural, Work of art
7 kmWork of art, mural
7 kmMural, Work of art
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