The Atlas Of A Whimsical Traveler: GeoMike122

Why do some Asian nations end with the word "-stan"?

Michael Ciolino Season 2 Episode 3

It's all in the name! Did you ever wonder why 7 countries in Asia end in "-stan"? What does "-stan" even mean? Discover how a once powerful empire helped shape the language, identity, and culture of Central Asia and surrounding areas.