🇰🇵 KP / PRK

North Korea Flag Encyclopedia

North Korea is located in Asia. Its capital is Pyongyang. This page summarizes the flag, geography profile, landmarks and country facts.

Capital

Pyongyang

Continent

Asia

ISO Alpha-2

KP

North Korea flag
North Korea / North Korea

Country Facts

Population
26 million
Area
120,540 km²
Calling Code
+850
Currency
KPW ₩

Landmarks

  • Juche Tower
  • Arch of Triumph
  • Mount Paektu

Flag Meaning

North Korea is located in Asia, with Pyongyang as its capital. This file summarizes its flag symbolism, geography profile, landmarks and core country facts.

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North Korea / KP

Deep Study Profile

North Korea's flag uses a wide red horizontal band between blue bands, separated by white stripes, with a red star in a white disc. It is a useful study case for recognizing regional flag families while still paying attention to one specific visual clue.

Flag Design Notes

  • The core design is a wide red horizontal band between blue bands, separated by white stripes, with a red star in a white disc.
  • For quick recognition, remember that the red star inside the white disc near the hoist is the key detail.
  • It is especially helpful to compare with South Korea, Cuba and Vietnam.

Memory and Quiz Tips

  • Remember North Korea through this clue: the red star inside the white disc near the hoist is the key detail.
  • Use Pyongyang as the capital cue.
  • Practice it beside South Korea, Cuba and Vietnam to reduce similar-flag mistakes.