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Dzham is one of villages in Afghanistan situated some 50 km north-east of Bati Dara and 560 km from Kabul. The population of Dzham is 140 people (as of 2009). People mostly visit it to see its world heritage sites in danger.

The nearest airport Chaghcharan Airport (IATA: CCN) is about 100 km away.

The most popular tourist attractions in it

1. Minaret of Jam
The Minaret of Jam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in western Afghanistan. It is located in the Shahrak District, Ghor Province, by the Hari River. The 65-metre high minaret, surrounded by mountains that reach up to 2400m, was built in the 1190's, entirely of baked-bricks. It is famous for its intricate brick, stucco and glazed tile decoration, which consists of alternating bands of kufic and naskhi calligraphy, geometric patterns, and verses from the Qur'an (the surat Maryam, relating to Mary,

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Hyatt Regency Dushanbe

starting $150

Sheraton Dushanbe Hotel

starting $135

Park Star Hotel

starting $100

Omar Khayyam Hotel

starting $55

Kukaldosh Boutique Hotel

starting $45

Safar Hotel & Spa

starting $0

Lyabi House Hotel

starting $60

Minorai-Kalon Hotel

starting $120

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