History of Pyongyang in 20 Minutes | North Korea Capital EXPLAINED

What is the story of Pyongyang — the capital of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea?

In this 20-minute documentary, we explore the history of one of East Asia’s oldest cities — from its legendary founding in the era of Kojosŏn, through the Koguryŏ dynasty, foreign invasions, Japanese colonial rule, national liberation, and its rise as the political, cultural, and ideological center of socialist Korea.

From ancient fortresses and royal tombs to monumental architecture and the flourishing of an independent nation, this episode traces the key milestones that shaped Pyongyang into the city it is today.

📍 Featuring historical maps, archival visuals, and rich context, this is your complete introduction to the history of Pyongyang.

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⏱ Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
00:58 – Part I: Birth of a Civilisation
03:29 – Part II: The Rise of Koguryŏ
06:59 – Part III: Three Kingdoms & Koryŏ
10:50 – Part IV: Pyongyang & Chosŏn
14:03 – Part V: Capital of the Revolution
17:24 – Part VI: Pyongyang Today
19:24 – Conclusion

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