Balkh Province

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Balkh Province?Northern Afghanistan, bordering Uzbekistan, Jowzjan, Sar-e Pol, Samangan, and Kunduz provinces
2. How many people live in Balkh Province?Approximately 1,509,183
3. What is the capital of Balkh Province?Mazar-i-Sharif
4. What language do people speak in Balkh Province?Predominantly Persian (Dari)
5. What is the historical significance?Ancient city of Balkh, part of Ariana and Greater Khorasan
6. What is the modern role?Key gateway to Central Asia, international airport

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