On The Way Around

Afghanistan

You're brave, aren't you?

When you think of Afghanistan, you likely think of a war-torn and impoverished land.

While Afghanistan does have it’s troubles, it’s also an insanely beautiful country full of some of the kindest people on Earth.

I’ve spent a total of 5 weeks independently travelling in Afghanistan, and I want to help others visit this incredible place.

Info About Afghanistan

Capital – Kabul

Population – 35.53 Million (44th)

Languages – Dari, Pashto, Uzbek, Turkmen, Balochi, Wakhi, Kyrgyz, Nuristani, Pashayi

Visa – Citizens of all countries other than Afghanistan need a visa to visit.

When to go – Spring and Autumn are the best times to visit mainland Afghanistan, and summer is the ideal time to visit the Wakhan Corridor.

Where to visit in Afghanistan

As of 2020, the places that are “safe” for foreigners to visit are the following:

  • Kabul
  • Mazar-e-Sharif
  • Herat
  • Khandar
  • Bamiyan
  • Wakhan Corridor