Name
The folk etymology behind the name ''Kulangār'' is for it to having to do with a story about a Crane (bird), crane (Persian language, Persian: ''kulang'', کلنگ). The more likely origin of the name however are the Dardic languages, Dardic words ''kul'' meaning "tribe" and ''aṅgār'' meaning "fire", making up the meaning "fire tribe". This origin may be a relic of the Dardic languages, Dardic languages native to the region in pre-Islamic times.The Shrine of Malik Sabz Ali
In Kulangar lies the shrine of Malik Sabz Ali ibn Malik Yusuf (died 1541 CE). The site is a popular place of pilgrimage, attracting visitors from around the province.References
Populated places in Logar Province {{Lowgar-geo-stub