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Shikhliyak Destination Guide
Delve into Shikhliyak in Afghanistan
Shikhliyak in the region of Ghowr is located in Afghanistan - some 257 mi or ( 413 km ) West of Kabul , the country's capital .
Local time in Shikhliyak is now 01:38 AM (Friday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Kabul " with a UTC offset of 4.5 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Ustuwah, Tangi Kowdak, Talow, Shahrak, and Sangzarak. While being here, you might want to check out Ustuwah . Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Shikhliyak ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Minaret of Jam
The Minaret of Jam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in western Afghanistan. It is located in the Shahrak District, Ghor Province, by the Hari River. The 62-metre high minaret, surrounded by mountains that reach up to 2400m, was built in the 1190s, entirely of baked-bricks. It is famous for its intricate brick, stucco and glazed tile decoration, which consists of alternating bands of kufic and naskhi calligraphy, geometric patterns, and verses from the Qur'an.
Located at 34.40 64.52 (Lat./Long.); Less than 18 km away
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