Sitting at the crossroads of the Middle East, Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent, Afghanistan has always been a country of great importance in Asia. Afghanistan is a country of stark beauty and very seductive, that has suffered greatly due to war.
A truly diverse ethnic mix of people gives it a distinct cultural charm. Known for lambskin rugs, carpets, embroidery and dry fruits. Traditional food includes kebabs, Nan, Palaw rice and copious cups of tea.
Language: Pashtu, Dari (Afghan), Turkic (including Uzbek, Turkmen).
Currency: Afghani Af
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- Kabul- Capital city sights include the Abdur Rahman Mausoleum, Bala Hissar(ancient fortress) Chicken Street (for shopping) and Babur's Gardens.
- Mazar-e Sharif-Shrine of Hazrat Ali
- Kandahar-Shrine of the Cloak of the Prophet Mohammed and Chihil Zina, which offers fabulous views of the Kandahar oasis.
- Herat Citadel - one of Afghanistan's great architectural gems
- Bamiyan valley -This spectacular valley is nestled in the heart of the Hindukush mountains.
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