Cities in Afghanistan
The most important cities in Afghanistan at a glance – from the bustling metropolis to the charming small town. Each city links to a detailed page with map, attractions and travel tips.
Bamyan
Located centrally in Afghanistan, Bamyan is known for its impressive history and cultural landscape.
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Kunduz
Kunduz is the center of the eponymous province in northern Afghanistan and a significant transport hub.
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Faizabad
Faizabad is the most important city in the northeastern province of Badakhshan, situated on the Kokcha River.
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Herat
Located in western Afghanistan on the Hari Rud river, Herat is known for its impressive Persian architecture.
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Ghazni
Ghazni is a historically significant city in central Afghanistan, located on the strategic road between Kabul and Kandahar.
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Taloqan
Taloqan is the capital of Takhar Province in northeastern Afghanistan.
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Farah
Farah is an oasis-like city in western Afghanistan, near the Iranian border.
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Kandahar
Kandahar is the second-largest city in Afghanistan and a major economic hub in the south.
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Chaghcharan
Chaghcharan, also known as Firozkoh, is the capital of Ghor Province in the central highlands of Afghanistan.
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Puli Khumri
Puli Khumri is an industrial city in Baghlan Province.
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Mazar-i-Sharif
Mazar-i-Sharif is the fourth-largest city in Afghanistan and a major trade center near the Uzbek border.
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Mihtarlam
Mihtarlam is the capital of Laghman Province and is idylically situated in the irrigated valleys of eastern Afghanistan.
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Kabul
Kabul is the capital and most populous city of Afghanistan.
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Puli Alam
Puli Alam is the provincial capital of Logar.
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Zaranj
Zaranj is located on the border with Iran and is the provincial capital of Nimruz.
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Maymana
Maymana is the largest city in Faryab Province in northwestern Afghanistan.
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Asadabad
Asadabad is the provincial capital of Kunar and is located at the confluence of the Pech and Kunar rivers.
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Aybak
Aybak is the capital of Samangan Province in northern Afghanistan.
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Sar-e Pol
Sar-e Pol is the capital of the eponymous province in the north of the country.
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Jalalabad
Jalalabad is the capital of Nangarhar Province in eastern Afghanistan.
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Charikar
Charikar is the capital of Parwan Province and lies on the edge of the Shomali Plain.
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Khost
Khost is a city in eastern Afghanistan, near the Pakistani border.
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Qala e Naw
Qala e Naw is the capital of Badghis Province in northwestern Afghanistan.
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Mahmud-e-Raqi
Mahmud-e-Raqi is a small city in Kapisa Province, north of Kabul.
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Maidan Shar
Maidan Shar is the capital of Wardak Province and is located just about 40 kilometers from Kabul.
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Tarinkot
Tarinkot is the capital of the central Afghan province of Uruzgan.
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Sheberghan
Sheberghan is the capital of Jowzjan Province in northern Afghanistan.
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Gardez
Gardez is the center of Paktia Province in the east of the country.
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Qalat
Qalat is the capital of Zabul Province in southern Afghanistan.
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Lashkargah
Lashkargah is the capital of Helmand Province in southern Afghanistan.
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What are the largest cities in Afghanistan?
This page lists the most important cities by population – each with its own detail page, map and attractions.
How do I find attractions per city?
Click a city – the detail page lists the top attractions, a map and travel tips.