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Jowzjan Province

Imagine a land in Afghanistan where ancient stories whisper and people share their homes with amazing animals!

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Jowzjan in Afghanistan
Almas is building a massive compound in the fields of Parwan province. The complex is known to villagers as The Palace.
On the road from Mazar-e-Sharif to Jowzjan Province
Nuristan, Afghanistan
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Roadside security on the road to Jowzjan Province
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Key Facts

Location
Northern Afghanistan, bordering Turkmenistan.
Population
About 613,481 people.
Capital
Sheberghan.
Languages
Pashto and Dari are spoken.
Fun Fact
Jowzjan is one of 34 provinces in Afghanistan.

Where is Jowzjan?

Jowzjan is a special place way up in the north of Afghanistan. It’s like a big hug from the country, right next to a country called Turkmenistan. This province is made up of 11 smaller areas called districts, and scattered all over are hundreds of little villages where people live. It’s a busy place with lots of families calling it home!

Meet the People of Jowzjan!

Lots of different kinds of people live in Jowzjan, making it a colorful and interesting place. They speak different languages, which is like having many secret codes! The biggest city, where the leaders of Jowzjan live, is called Sheberghan. It’s the heart of the province, where lots of important things happen.

What Do They Do in Jowzjan?

People in Jowzjan work hard doing many different jobs. Some might be farmers, growing yummy food, while others might be builders, making houses and buildings. They also trade things, which means they swap goods they have for things they need. It’s like a giant, friendly marketplace!

Learning and Growing in Jowzjan

Kids in Jowzjan go to school to learn all sorts of cool things, just like you! They learn reading, writing, and math. Going to school helps them grow up to be smart and do important jobs in their province. It’s a place where everyone gets a chance to learn and discover new things.

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