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Understand

Jalalabad is the capital of Nangarhar Province. It is next to the Kabul and Kunar rivers, a short distance from the Khyber Pass. It is linked by an approximately highway with Kabul to the west and about the same distance with Peshawar in Pakistan to the east.

Weather in Jalalabad is very hot in summer: 45-50° C.

The city is famous for orange trees and palm trees.

Get in

Jalalabad is on the major highway that links Kabul to Pakistan. A lot of trucks use this route to supply Kabul with food and other products. The main highway was reconstructed in 2006, which is the busiest in Afghanistan. A bus service between Jalalabad and Peshawar is available everyday.

It is theoretically possible to get to Jalalabad from Kabul in 1 hour 45 minutes. Many Afghans lose their lives trying this, as many traffic accidents occur on the highway between Jalalabad and Kabul, making it one of the most dangerous in the world.

See

thumb|Sherzai Cricket Stadium (under construction) thumb|Mausoleum of King Amanullah Khan

With plenty of greenery and water, Jalalabad is considered one of the most beautiful cities of Afghanistan. About 15 km from Jalalabad, a new city called Ghazi Amanullah Khan City is under development. Named after King Amanullah Khan, it is said to be the first, the biggest and the most modern city in the history of Afghanistan.

Jalalabad is considered the capital of Afghan cricket, with many of the national players coming from the surrounding areas. Construction has begun near the city on one of Afghanistan's cricket stadium. It is hoped that this ground will serve the domestic competition and attract international teams.

A large reservoir near Sarobi, located on the way to Kabul. Hada Museum south of Jalalabad contains exhibits related to pre-Islam period. Palace (Shahi Qasar) - the winter palace of the former king Zahir Shah Sherzai Cricket Stadium (under construction) Youth Park Zwanano Park Bridge See the main historical bridge, the only connection to other three provinces Darwanta Dam - famous for fresh fish and green environment with fresh air, its park for women and youth, hotels, restaurants and all type of dishes Ghazi Amanullah Khan City

Mausoleums Nangarhar University Ameer Shaheed Garden.