Ghazni
Sign in to saveGhazni, historically known as Ghaznayn or Ghazna, also transliterated as Ghuznee, and anciently known as Alexandria in Opiana, is a city in southeastern Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Ghazni Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Ghazni District and has an estimated population of 205,965 people. Mawlawi Muhammad Nabi Hamzah is the current mayor of the city.
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Ghazni is a city in southeastern Afghanistan that serves as the capital of Ghazni Province and is home to approximately 206,000 people. The city has a long history, having been known by various names including Alexandria in Opiana in ancient times, and remains an important urban center in the region today.
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Place details
- Locality
- غزني
- Region
- ولایت غزنی
- Country
- افغانستان
- Population
- 141,000
- Timezone
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- History
- Geography
- Climate
- Demography
- Economy
- Education
- Sports
- Notable people
- Rulers and emperors
- Politicians and military leaders
- Poets and scientists
- Religious leaders
- Others
- Points of interest
- Twin towns – sister cities
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Ghazni, historically known as Ghaznayn or Ghazna, also transliterated as Ghuznee, and anciently known as Alexandria in Opiana, is a city in southeastern Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Ghazni Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Ghazni District and has an estimated population of 205,965 people. Mawlawi Muhammad Nabi Hamzah is the current mayor of the city.
Ghazni is a thriving city with a number of factories, bazaars, business centers, banks, historical sites, public parks, hotels, restaurants, mosques, hospitals, universities, and places to play sports or just walk around. In 2015 there were 15,931 dwelling units in the city. Many tourists visit the city for leisure and pleasure purposes.