Awan-e-Khurasan () is a historical region in modern-day eastern Iran and western Afghanistan, named after the Awan tribe which was one of the tribes living in the region. It is a sub-region of Greater Khurasan region.
The region was strategically important due to its location on the ancient Silk Road trade route, which facilitated the exchange of goods and ideas between the East and West. Over the centuries, Awan-e-Khurasan was ruled by various empires and dynasties, including the Achaemenid Empire, the Sassanian Empire, the Arab Caliphate, the Mongol Empire, and the Timurid Empire.
During the Islamic Golden Age, Awan-e-Khurasan became a center of learning and scholarship, with many prominent scholars and philosophers coming from the region. The city of Herat, in particular, became a major cultural center, with a thriving arts and literature scene.
Today, the region continues to be home to a diverse array of ethnic groups and languages, and is known for its rugged terrain and rich cultural heritage. The Awan tribe, which once inhabited the region, has since spread to other parts of the world, including modern-day Pakistan, where they played an important role in the region's history and culture.