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Mazār-e Sharīf

Balkh, Afghanistan · Asia

About Mazār-e Sharīf

Mazār-e Sharīf sits on the route: 20 minutes from Dehdādī.

Mazār-e Sharīf is a city located in Balkh, Afghanistan. With a population of 523,300, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Mazār-e Sharīf sits in Afghanistan. It's in the Asia/Kabul time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mazār-e Sharīf to your route.

About Mazār-e Sharīf

The Mausoleum of Ali (Dari: مقام علی, romanized: Maqām ʿAlī), also known as the Shrine of Hazrat Ali and the Great Blue Mosque (Dari: مسجد کبود), is a mausoleum and mosque complex located in Mazar-i-Sharif, the capital and largest city of Balkh Province in northern Afghanistan. It is a popular tourist attraction in

Read more the middle of the city, which is visited all year long by all people regardless of religion or sect. The complex purportedly houses the tomb of Caliph Ali, also known as the first Imam of Shia Muslims (r. 656–661). Many pilgrims annually celebrate Nowruz (New Year) at the site. At the annual Janda Bala ceremony, a flag used to be raised in honor of Ali. Some touched the flag for supposed luck in the New Year. This particular ceremony has been officially halted in recent years.

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Where is Mazār-e Sharīf located?

Mazār-e Sharīf is located in Balkh, Afghanistan, Asia. The coordinates are 36.7090 latitude, 67.1109 longitude.

What is the population of Mazār-e Sharīf?

Mazār-e Sharīf has a population of approximately 523,300 people, making it a city in Afghanistan.

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Quick Information

Population
523,300
Continent
Asia
Country
Afghanistan
Region
Balkh
Timezone
Asia/Kabul
Coordinates
36.7090, 67.1109

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