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UTC+4.5 |
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IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Kabul |
Name and time compared to Beijing time (China) |
3.5 hours ahead |
Afghanistan, known as the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, is a landlocked country located in south-central Asia, bordering Pakistan, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and China. The country has a predominantly mountainous terrain, an arid climate, and a long history as an important hub of the ancient Silk Road. Afghanistan's economy is predominantly agricultural, but has long been affected by war and unrest and is lagging behind in development. The main ethnic groups include Pashtuns, Tajiks and Hazaras, the official languages are Pashto and Dari, and Islam is the state religion. The capital city of Kabul is the largest city and political and economic center.
Kabul, the capital city, has a population of about 4 million and is the cultural and transportation hub of Afghanistan. Kandahar, the second largest city, is located in the south and is known for its Pashtun traditions and agriculture. Herat, near Iran in the west, is rich in historical sites and was once a center of Islamic scholarship. Mazar-e-Sharif is an important city in the north, known for the Blue Mosque and a more developed economy. Together, these cities reflect Afghanistan's diverse cultural and geographic identity.
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