Convert North Korean Won to Sri Lankan Rupee
Please provide values below to convert North Korean Won [KPW] to Sri Lankan Rupee [LKR], or Convert Sri Lankan Rupee to North Korean Won.
How to Convert North Korean Won to Sri Lankan Rupee
1 KPW = 2.98470042561828 LKR
Example: convert 15 KPW to LKR:
15 KPW = 15 × 2.98470042561828 LKR = 44.7705063842742 LKR
North Korean Won to Sri Lankan Rupee Conversion Table
| North Korean Won | Sri Lankan Rupee |
|---|
North Korean Won
The North Korean Won (KPW) is the official currency of North Korea, used for everyday transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The North Korean Won was first introduced in 1947, replacing the Korean won used during the Japanese occupation, and has undergone several redenominations and reforms since then.
Current Use
Today, the KPW is primarily used domestically in North Korea, with limited acceptance outside the country; it is subject to strict government control and currency regulations.
Sri Lankan Rupee
The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) is the official currency of Sri Lanka, used for all monetary transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Sri Lankan Rupee was introduced in 1872 during British colonial rule, replacing the Indian Rupee. It has undergone various changes and decimalization over the years, with the current form established in 1978.
Current Use
Today, the LKR is the legal tender in Sri Lanka, used in everyday transactions, banking, and trade. It is managed by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and is actively traded in foreign exchange markets.