Panjshir Province facts for kids

Panjshir (Persian: پنجشیر) is one of the 34 provinces in Afghanistan. Its name means "Five Lions." This province is famous for its strong resistance during the Soviet occupation in the 1980s. Unlike many other parts of Afghanistan, Panjshir has seen less violence over the years.

	Baghlan Province	Takhar Province	Badakhshan Province
	Parwan Province		Nuristan Province
		Panjshir Province
		Kapisa Province	Laghman Province

Panjshir Province: A Quick Look

Panjshir is a beautiful province located in the northeastern part of Afghanistan. It is known for its stunning valley, which is surrounded by tall mountains. The capital city of Panjshir is Bazarak.

The province has a population of about 139,000 people. Most people in Panjshir speak Dari Persian. The area of the province is around 3,610 square kilometers.

History of Resistance

Panjshir has a very special place in Afghanistan's history. During the Soviet invasion in the 1980s, the Soviet army tried many times to take control of the Panjshir Valley. However, they were never successful.

Local fighters, led by a famous commander, bravely defended their home. This made Panjshir a symbol of Afghan resistance. Even after the Soviet war, the province has remained relatively peaceful compared to other regions.

Life in Panjshir

Life in Panjshir is often centered around farming and local trade. The valley is fertile, allowing people to grow crops. The province is also seeing new developments.

For example, Afghanistan's first wind farm was built in Panjshir. This project helps to provide clean energy to the area. There have also been efforts to build new facilities, like a football stadium, to support the community.

Images for kids

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  Afghanistan's first wind farm in Panjshir Province.

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  Construction of the Panjshir football stadium, 2011

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  Ethnolinguistic groups in Afghanistan