Herat, [a][b] also known as Harat or Hirat, and historically known as Haraiva, Horeiva and Hires, is an oasis city and the third-largest city in Afghanistan. [5] In 2020, it had an estimated population of …

Herat, city in western Afghanistan, lying on the Harirud River, south of the Sefid Kuh, at an elevation of 3,026 feet (922 meters). The city increased in importance during the Sasanian period and reached its …

Herat is the third largest city in Afghanistan, located in the western part of the country, close to the border with Iran. It is called Nagin Aseeya or Diamond of Asia in some literature. The city has an …

From its origins as an outpost of the Achaemenid Empire, the city of Herat has undergone extensive transformation over 3 millennia. Contested between both despotic and enlightened rulers of...

Nov 15, 2024 · Herat is located in western Afghanistan, near the border with Iran and Turkmenistan. It lies in the fertile valley of the Hari River, which has historically supported agriculture and sustained …

May 21, 2025 · Herat stands as a testament to Afghanistan's rich cultural tapestry. From its ancient origins to its prominence during the Timurid era, Herat has been a beacon of art, architecture, and …

Herat owes its existence to the Hari Rud, the river flowing past the city just a few miles away. The river rises in the mountains of Ghor to the east, turns north along the present border with Iran, and …

May 31, 2025 · Herat dates back to Avestan times and was traditionally known for its wine. The city has a number of historic sites, including the Herat Citadel and the Musalla Complex.

The city of Herat, which is currently the regional capital of western Afghanistan, has long been of strategic, commercial, and cultural significance to the wider region.

Herat dates back to Avestan times and was traditionally known for its wine. The city has a number of historic sites, including the Herat Citadel and the Musalla Complex.