Kowlian | |
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  Kowlian Location in Afghanistan | |
| Coordinates: 35°53′5″N65°24′5″E / 35.88472°N 65.40139°E Coordinates: 35°53′5″N65°24′5″E / 35.88472°N 65.40139°E | |
| Country |  |
| Province | Faryab Province |
| Time zone | + 4.30 |
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