Lashkar Gah
Sign in to saveLashkargah, historically known as Bost, is a city in the southern part of Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Helmand Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Lashkargah District and has an estimated population of 191,458 people. Hafiz Sadiq is the current mayor of the city. His predecessor was Mawlavi Abdullah Rohani.
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Lashkargah is the capital city of Helmand Province in southern Afghanistan, with a population of approximately 191,458 people. The city matters as a significant administrative center in one of Afghanistan's major provinces, though it has faced considerable challenges from conflict and instability in recent years.
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Place details
- Locality
- لښکرګاه
- Region
- هلمند ولايت
- Country
- افغانستان
- Population
- 43,934
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Lashkargah, historically known as Bost, is a city in the southern part of Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Helmand Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Lashkargah District and has an estimated population of 191,458 people. Hafiz Sadiq is the current mayor of the city. His predecessor was Mawlavi Abdullah Rohani.
Lashkargah is famous for its historical Lashkari Bazar and the Fort of Bost, which is over 3,500 years old. The city is home to Helmand University and Bost University. It has a number of bazaars, business centers, public parks, stadiums, banks, hotels, restaurants, mosques, hospitals, universities, and places to relax. Bost Airport is located in the southern part of the city.