Maidan Wardak Province

The mountainous territory of Maidan Wardak extends across 10,348 square kilometers, with elevations reaching 2,848 meters above sea level in the central region of Afghanistan.

The province played a strategic role during conflicts, particularly in 2021 when significant territorial changes occurred during regional military operations in Afghanistan.

The province contains multiple ethnic communities, including Pashtuns and Hazaras, who maintain traditional practices through agricultural activities and community gatherings.

The region connects to neighboring provinces through the Kabul-Kandahar Highway, which serves as a primary transportation route for local commerce and travel.

Local marble industries and stone quarries operate throughout the province, contributing to construction materials production alongside traditional farming activities.

Location: Afghanistan

Capital city: Maidan Shar

Elevation above the sea: 2,848 m

Shares border with: Bamyan Province, Kabul Province

GPS coordinates: 34.40000,68.40000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:47