Aqcha District

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The Aqchah District is situated in the central part of Jowzjan Province in northern Afghanistan. It borders with Mardyan and Mingajik districts to the north, Sheberghan District to the West, Sar-e Pol Province to the south and Fayzabad District to the east. The population is more than 50 000 people. The district capital is the city of Aqchah, situated in the northern part of the district, which is more populated. The region is known for the traditional carpets and especially rugs. The main road from Sheberghan to Mazari Sharif passes a few kilometers south to the city of Aqchah.

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