Balkh

Balkh Province · Afghanistan

Balkh, Afghanistan
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Best time to go
April to June
Budget
$
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An ancient city near Mazar-i-Sharif once known as the Mother of Cities, a great centre of trade and religion on the Silk Road. Its crumbling walls and shrines recall a long and layered history.

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