Ghazni

Overview

Introduction

Ghazni was one of the most powerful capitals in the world during the time of the Ghaznevid Empire, which stretched from the Tigris to the Ganges. Today Ghazni is not very large, but it does have a fabulous minaret shaped like a double star, as well as a museum, an excavated palace and a mausoleum. The city is also known for the beautiful Afghan sheepskin coats made there. 80 mi/130 km southwest of Kabul.

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