Amir Khusrou Balkhi Library, Kabul

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The Amir Khusrou Balkhi Library is a library in Afghanistan. In the 1990s, it held about 20,000 books, journals, newspapers and rare books. Materials were focused in history, literature, geography, and religion. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 34°29'44"N, 69°6'18"E

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Amir Khusrou Balkhi Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Darul Aman Palace, Gardens of Babur, Kabul City Center, Kabul Zoo.

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