Harīrūd Valley

region, Afghanistan

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The Harīrūd Valley is a significant region in western Afghanistan, primarily defined by the Harīrūd River. This river originates in the Hindu Kush mountains and flows west, forming part of the border between Afghanistan and Iran before entering Turkmenistan. The valley is known for its fertile agricultural oases, making it one of Afghanistan's most productive areas for crops like grain, cotton, and fruit. The region has a long history, having been controlled by various empires, including those of Alexander the Great, the Parthians, and the Mongols.12

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The Harīrūd valley is one of the nation’s richest agricultural areas, producing grain, cotton, fruit, and other crops. The province is not entirely agricultural, however: petroleum is produced at Tīr Pol, in the west, and there is some light industry at Herāt city. The people of…
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The Harīrūd valley is one of the nation’s richest agricultural areas, producing grain, cotton, fruit, and other crops. The province is not entirely agricultural, however: petroleum is produced at Tīr Pol, in the west, and there is some light industry at Herāt city. The people of…
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