City · North Korea
Samjiyŏn-ŭp
Samjiyŏn is a city in Ryanggang Province, North Korea. It takes its name from three lakes in the city, which are collectively known as the Samjiyŏn. Samjiyŏn is situated near Mount Paektu, and tour groups fly to the city's airport to see the mountain, which holds significance in North Korean mythology.
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- Population: 31,471.
- Timezone: Asia/Pyongyang.