The city of Jalalabad is located in the eastern part of Afghanistan, close to the border with Pakistan. It is a major commercial center and has a population of around 1 million people. Jalalabad is a very old city, and has been fought over by a number of different empires and kingdoms over the centuries. The city is home to a number of important historical sites, including the tomb of the Islamic saint Ali al-Ridha and the shrine of the Sufi saint Bahauddin. Jalalabad is also an important center of trade and commerce, and is home to a number of major banks and businesses. The city is also a major transportation hub, with a number of major roads and highways connecting it to the rest of Afghanistan.