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Rāghistān
City in Badakhshan, Afghanistan
Overview
Rāghistān is a remote township in Badakhshan, Afghanistan, set amid lush valleys and dramatic mountains. Life here is slow-paced and closely tied to traditional Afghan culture, making it an authentic experience for visitors who make the journey. Modern amenities are limited, but the town's rich history and natural beauty offer a genuine window into rural Afghanistan.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Afghanistan
Province
Badakhshan
Population
37,000
Time Zone
Asia/Kabul
Coordinates
37.66°, 70.67°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
18
Female Safety
15
LGBTQ+ Safety
5
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
25
Monthly Cost
$377
Local Cost
$192
Local Income
$70
Cashless
7
English
8
Temperature
5.9°C
Summer Avg
16.3°C
Winter Avg
-5.0°C
Record High
32.7°C
Record Low
-27.2°C
Humidity
53%
Precipitation
236 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KWH
Distance
49 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 52/100.
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