EPISODE · Nov 6, 2025 · 12 MIN
Why do some Asian nations end with the word "-stan"?
from The Atlas Of A Whimsical Traveler: GeoMike122 · host Michael Ciolino
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.
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