Khulm, formerly known as Tashqurghan, is a town located in the Balkh Province of northern Afghanistan. It is situated approximately 60 km east of Mazar-i-Sharif, positioned about one-third of the way toward Kunduz.
The town is an ancient settlement established on the fertile inland delta fan of the Khulm River. Due to these geographic conditions, the area is densely populated and serves as a rich agricultural locale. Khulm is notably recognized for its covered market and functions as a primary center for trading wood and sheep.