Khyber
Khyber is a region located in the northwestern part of Pakistan. It is one of the eight districts of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and is known for its strategic importance due to its location near the Afghanistan border. The region is named after the famous Khyber Pass, a mountain pass that has been a significant trade route between Central Asia and South Asia.
History[edit | edit source]
The history of Khyber region dates back to ancient times. It has been a part of various empires including the Achaemenid Empire, Maurya Empire, Kushan Empire, Sassanian Empire, White Huns, Kabul Shahi, Ghaznavids, and Mughal Empire. The region has also been a battleground for many wars due to its strategic location.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Khyber is located in the northwestern part of Pakistan, bordering Afghanistan. The region is mostly mountainous, with the Khyber Pass being the most notable geographical feature. The pass has been a significant trade route between Central Asia and South Asia.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
The majority of the population in Khyber are Pashtuns, who are known for their unique culture and traditions. The region is also home to various other ethnic groups including the Afridi, Shinwari, and Mullagori.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Khyber is primarily based on agriculture, with a significant portion of the population engaged in farming. The region is also known for its mineral resources, including coal, marble, and limestone.
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
| Khyber Resources | |
|---|---|
|
 |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
