Current situation
Sariwŏn-si is kept here for reference only. The information below is the most recent available record and predates the situation described above; figures such as population reflect the last data gathered before the current crisis and may no longer describe Sariwŏn-si today.
Overview
Sariwŏn-si is a city of over 310,000 people in North Korea, serving as an important hub in the country's western region.
The city has played a notable role in regional history, marked by military conflict and cultural development.
Key facts
| Country | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Population | 310,100 |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Nearest airport | Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ), 80 km |
| Currency | KPW |
Good to Know
Travel to North Korea requires advance planning and must be arranged through official tour operators. Individual independent travel is not permitted, and all visits are organised trips with designated guides.
The local currency is the Korean People's Won (KPW). Korean is the language spoken throughout the city and country.
The city operates on Asia/Pyongyang time.
Nearby places
Common questions
- What are the closest nearby cities for day trips?
- Namp'o is the nearest at just under 40 kilometres, followed by Haeju at roughly 52 kilometres. Pyongyang is about 59 kilometres away. All can be visited as day trips depending on travel arrangements.
Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-08-14
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-08-14
- Imagery — commons
Data compiled 2026-08-14 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.