Kunduz Province

Kunduz is an administrative province in northern Afghanistan situated near the border with Tajikistan. The landscape is shaped by river valleys formed by the Kunduz River system.

The region served as the capital of an Uzbek khanate in the 19th century before its integration into Afghanistan in 1859. This incorporation marked a turning point in the area's political development.

The province is home to Pashtuns, Uzbeks, Tajiks, Arabs, and Turkmens, each group maintaining distinct traditions and ways of life. This diversity shapes daily customs and social practices across the communities.

The province connects to Tajikistan through the Sherkhan Bandar crossing, which facilitates international trade between Central Asian nations. Visitors should research local conditions and security considerations beforehand.

The Spinzar Cotton Company was founded in the early 1900s and made the region a major center for cotton production in Afghanistan. This enterprise shaped the economy and daily life of local people for decades.

Location: Afghanistan

Inception: 1964

Capital city: Kunduz

Elevation above the sea: 379 m

Shares border with: Balkh Province, Takhar Province

GPS coordinates: 36.80000,68.80000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:19