Herat Industrial Park

The Herat Industrial Park is one of the most dynamic and successful economic centers in Afghanistan. It is strategically located near the border with Iran, which facilitates trade and access to raw materials and markets. The park is known for its focus on the production of consumer goods, food, and building materials. Many factories are engaged in the processing of agricultural products from the region, such as flour, oil, and beverages. In addition, there is a growing number of companies active in plastics manufacturing, marble processing, and the production of building materials such as bricks and pipes. The success of the park is often attributed to the entrepreneurial spirit of the local population and the strong trade links with Iran. It is an important employer in the Herat region and a prime example of how the private sector can contribute to economic development despite the nationwide challenges.

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Herat

Located in western Afghanistan on the Hari Rud river, Herat is known for its impressive Persian architecture.

Nature

Hari Rud

The Hari Rud flows from the mountains of central Afghanistan westwards through the city of Herat and later forms the border with Iran and…

More places

Citadel of Herat

The Citadel of Herat, also known as Qala Ikhtyaruddin, is an ancient fortress with origins dating back to Alexander the Great.

Musalla Complex

The Musalla Complex in Herat is a collection of 15th-century Islamic architecture consisting of minarets and mausoleums.

Herat Saffron Fields

Herat is the center of Afghan saffron cultivation, where the precious red threads are hand-harvested and win awards worldwide.

Shrine of Khwaja Abd Allah

The Gazar-Gah Shrine houses the tomb of the revered Sufi mystic Khwaja Abd Allah Ansari and is a center of Islamic spirituality.

Torghundi Dry Port

Torghundi is the second major border crossing with Turkmenistan and important for trade in the northwest.

Siah Koh

The Siah Koh, meaning 'Black Mountain' in Persian, is a mountain group stretching through the western and central parts of the country.

Islam Qala Border Crossing

Islam Qala in Herat Province is the largest and most important border crossing for trade between Afghanistan and Iran.

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Salma Hydropower Plant

The Salma Hydropower Plant, also known as the Afghan-India Friendship Dam, produces energy on the Hari Rud river.