Prayer times – Kaech’ŏn

Muslim Presence in Kaech’ŏn: Kaech’ŏn is a city in South Pyongan Province, North Korea. The Muslim community in North Korea is small and primarily consists of foreign diplomats and workers. There is limited public information about the historical Muslim presence in Kaech’ŏn, but the city has seen some international engagement over the years. The community maintains its religious practices discreetly, adhering to Islamic traditions within the local context.

Local Prayer Places: Currently, there are no mapped mosques or prayer places in Kaech’ŏn. The nearest known mosque is the Ar-Rahman Mosque in Pyongyang, which serves as a central prayer place for Muslims in the country. In Kaech’ŏn, Muslims may gather in private spaces for prayers, reflecting the community's quiet but persistent presence.

Prayer Time Orientation: Muslims in Kaech’ŏn observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the local timezone, Asia/Pyongyang. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude. The calculation method used ensures accurate timings. The Qibla direction for Kaech’ŏn is oriented towards Mecca, with a specific bearing that guides worshippers during prayer.