Wŏnsan's area is 269 square kilometres
(104 sq mi). It is located in Kangwŏn Province, on the westernmost
part of the Sea of Japan (East Sea of Korea) and the east end of the
Korean peninsula's neck. Mt. Changdok (Changdok-san) and Mt. Naphal
(Naphal-san) are located to the west of the city. More than 20 small islands
flank Wŏnsan's immediate coastal area, including Hwangt'o Island and Ryo
Island. Wŏnsan is considered an excellent natural port location. Kŭmgang-san mountain
is located near Wŏnsan.
Road and rail
Wonsan