Quartered old city
Two main streets cross within the nearly square historic core, dividing it into four quarters of dense lanes and courtyards, a layout that stands out sharply on the map.
Minimalist map poster · Afghanistan
Herāt Map Poster & Print
34.3482° N / 62.1997° E
An ancient oasis city in the Hari River valley, its square old town cut into quarters by crossing streets beside a citadel.
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Herāt in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Herāt, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Herāt at home
The map
About this Herāt map poster
Herāt lies in the fertile valley of the Hari River in western Afghanistan, an oasis surrounded by farmland and framed by mountains to the north. The river runs south of the city, and irrigation channels branching from it feed the gardens and fields around the urban area. On a map the city appears as a dense core set in a patchwork of cultivated land.
The old city has a remarkably clear plan: a nearly square area once enclosed by walls, divided into quarters by two main streets that cross near its centre. At its northern edge stands the citadel, Qala Ikhtiyaruddin, and inside the old city lies the Friday Mosque with its tiled courtyards. Later districts spread outward beyond the old walls.
For centuries Herāt was a major cultural centre on routes between Persia, Central Asia and India, and the minarets of the Musalla complex still rise in the north of the city. A Herāt map poster shows the square old town clearly within the larger modern city. It is a rare case where an ancient plan can still be read in today's streets.
- Population
- 574,000
- Coordinates
- 34.3482° N / 62.1997° E
- Elevation
- 927 m
- Time zone
- Kabul
- Region
- Herāt, Afghanistan
Citadel
The fortress of Qala Ikhtiyaruddin sits on raised ground at the old city's edge, its massive walls forming a distinct shape among the surrounding streets.
Hari River valley
South of the city, the river and its irrigation channels run through farmland, framing the urban area with the fine lines of fields and canals.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Herāt
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Herāt
A map that means something
For many Afghans living abroad, Herāt remains a city of memory, of gardens, courtyards and long family histories. A map of its streets, with the quartered old city at the centre, is a calm and lasting way to stay connected to it.
You can personalise the title, subtitle and coordinates line with any name or date. Choose from Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand, and download HD files for $9 or order a matte print, framed or unframed.
Order the Herāt posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Herāt map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Herāt poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Herāt poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Herāt poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Herāt poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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