Badakhshan Province, located in northeastern Afghanistan, is world-famous for its rich deposits of lapis lazuli — a deep blue semi-precious stone used in jewelry and art for thousands of years. The Sar-e-Sang mine in Badakhshan has been a source of lapis since ancient times, making it one of the oldest known gemstone mines in the world. Lapis lazuli from Badakhshan is highly valued in international markets for its quality and color. With improved mining practices, investment, and infrastructure, Badakhshan could greatly benefit from this unique natural resource and enhance its role in Afghanistan’s export economy.
Badakhshan: The Home of Afghanistan’s Lapis Lazuli (2)
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