ÖZ-TÜRKİSTAN
South Turkestan, Remembered
Explore the geography, cultural heritage, and Silk Road legacy of the historic region between the Amu Darya and the Hindu Kush.
Regional Context
A Historic Crossroads
South Turkestan is the historic northern region of Afghanistan, extending between the Amu Darya, also known as the Ceyhun, and the Hindu Kush mountains.
Its valleys, towns, and routes connected communities across Central Asia and carried ideas, goods, and traditions along the Silk Road.
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Four Paths Into the Region
History & Heritage
Trace the region’s historical layers, communities, and enduring cultural traditions.
Geography
Understand the rivers, plains, mountain corridors, and strategic landscapes.
Silk Road Legacy
Discover the routes and exchanges that linked South Turkestan to wider Asia.
Articles
Read accessible research, context, and stories about the region.
Why It Matters
Reading the Landscape