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Capital city of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

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Peshawar: Capital city of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Peshawar is the sixth most populous city of Pakistan, with a population of over 1.97 million in the 2017 census. It is situated in the north-west of the country, lying in the Valley of Peshawar. It is the capital of the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where it is the largest city. Peshawar is primarily populated by Pashtuns, who comprise the second-largest ethnic group in the country. Situated in the Valley of Peshawar, a broad area situated east of the historic Khyber Pass, Peshawar's recorded history dates back to at least 539 BCE, making it one of the oldest cities in South Asia. Peshawar also remained the capital of Gandhara civilization and is among the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the country.

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Pakistan Rains: Over 30 casualties within 2 days in Pak, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa worst hit | Oneindia [Video]

Pakistan Rains: Over 30 casualties within 2 days in Pak, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa worst hit | Oneindia

In the last two days, Pakistan has witnessed a tragic toll from rain-related disasters, with authorities confirming the loss of at least 37 lives. The relentless downpour has wreaked havoc across the..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:18Published

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