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Castles in North Korea

5 landmarks in the Castle Map atlas — every one mapped with a photo and its story, 4 with sourced founding dates, ranked by Wikipedia coverage and real readership.

The most famous castle in North Korea is Pyongyang Castle, ranked #2,413 of 9,079 in the world — followed by Manwoldae and Anhak Palace.

The Castle Map atlas charts 2 castles, 1 palace & château and 2 ruins in North Korea. They span more than 4 centuries — from Anhak Palace (founded 427) to Manwoldae (919). Every one is plotted with its photo and story on the interactive castle map of North Korea.

Map of castles in North Korea

The northernmost is Hamhung Royal Villa, the southernmost Manwoldae — about 226 km apart.

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All 5 castles in North Korea

Pyongyang Castle
Castle · 6th century · #1 in North Korea
Pyongyang Castle is one of the National Treasures of North Korea. The castle was attacked by Geunchogo of Baekje in 375.
Manwoldae
Ruin · 10th century · #2 in North Korea
Manwŏltae, or Mangwŏltae, was the main palace of the Goryeo Dynasty of Korea.
Anhak Palace
Ruin · 5th century · #3 in North Korea
Anhakkung was the royal residence of the kingdom Goguryeo after the capital was moved to Pyongyang from Gungnae.
Hamhung Royal Villa
Palace & château · #4 in North Korea
Hamheung Royal Villa is a villa located in Sonamudong, Sapogu Station, Hamheung. Designated National Treasure no.
Kaesong Walls
Castle · 10th century · #5 in North Korea
The Walled City of Kaesong surround the royal castle, Manwoldae. The walls have a total length of 23 km and are partially preserved.

Frequently asked questions

How many castles are in North Korea?

The Castle Map atlas maps 5 landmarks (2 castles · 1 palace & château · 2 ruins) in North Korea — a curated selection of well-documented landmarks from Wikidata, not a count of every fortification ever built.

What is the most famous castle in North Korea?

Pyongyang Castle, ranked #2,413 of 9,079 worldwide in the atlas's fame ranking, founded in the 6th century.

What is the oldest castle in North Korea?

The oldest dated landmark in the atlas in North Korea is Anhak Palace, founded 427. Earlier structures may have existed — this is the oldest with a documented founding year.

Which castles in North Korea are UNESCO World Heritage Sites?

Per Wikidata, 2 of the mapped landmarks hold a UNESCO World Heritage designation — inscribed in their own right or as part of an inscribed ensemble: Manwoldae, Kaesong Walls.