Editing Bannu

'''Bannu''' is a city located in the [[Khyber Pakhtunkhwa]] province of [[Pakistan]]. It serves as the capital of the [[Bannu District]] and is situated near the border with neighboring [[Afghanistan]]. The city is known for its local cloth and wheat product markets.

== History ==
Bannu has a rich history dating back to the [[Indus Valley Civilization]]. It was once part of the ancient [[Maurya Empire]], and later the [[Gandhara]] kingdom. The city was known as ''Banza'' in ancient times.

== Geography ==
Bannu is located in the south of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, near the [[Kurram River]]. The city is surrounded by hills and is known for its hot, dry summers and cold winters.

== Economy ==
The economy of Bannu is primarily based on agriculture. The city is known for its wheat production and local cloth markets. Bannu is also home to several small industries, including textile mills and sugar mills.

== Culture ==
Bannu has a diverse culture with influences from various ethnic groups, including the [[Pashtuns]], [[Baloch]], and [[Punjabis]]. The city is known for its traditional music, dance, and cuisine.

== Education ==
Bannu is home to several educational institutions, including the [[University of Science & Technology, Bannu]], and the [[Bannu Medical College]].

== See also ==
* [[List of cities in Pakistan]]
* [[Khyber Pakhtunkhwa]]

[[Category:Cities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa]]
[[Category:Bannu District]]
[[Category:Populated places in Bannu District]]

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== Bannu gallery ==
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File:Darius I statue Sattagydia.jpg|Darius I statue Sattagydia
File:Xerxes detail Sattagydian.jpg|Xerxes detail Sattagydian
File:Akra (A) Mound, Bannu.jpg|Akra (A) Mound, Bannu
File:Hindus and Sikhs Migration to India.jpg|Hindus and Sikhs Migration to India
File:Om.svg|Om
File:Star and Crescent.svg|Star and Crescent
File:Khanda.svg|Khanda
File:Jain Prateek Chihna.svg|Jain Prateek Chihna
File:Christian cross.svg|Christian cross
File:Faravahar.svg|Faravahar
</gallery>