Qala i Naw
Afghanistan
The provincial capital of Badghis in northwestern Afghanistan, Qala i Naw sits on a broad plain near the Turkmenistan border and lies on the Afghanistan Ring Road, making it a significant stop for travellers crossing the region. The city's name translates as "New Fortress," and it has historical roots as a centre associated with Sunni Hazara communities, formally designated as the provincial capital during the reign of Amanullah Khan. Badghis University is located in the northern part of the city.
- Population9,000
- Nearest water from center1.2 km
- Nearest mountain from center22.4 km