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Kushk-e Ask Destination Guide
Delve into Kushk-e Ask in Afghanistan
Kushk-e Ask in the region of Herat is a city in Afghanistan - some 275 mi or ( 443 km ) West of Kabul , the country's capital .
Current time in Kushk-e Ask is now 12:41 PM (Sunday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Kabul " with a UTC offset of 4.5 hours. Depending on your travel modalities, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Shamorghak, Shahrak, Qala i Naw, Mazari Sharif, and Kandahar. While being here, make sure to check out Shamorghak . Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Kushk-e Ask ? 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 26 km away
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