Afghanistan Travel Guide & Advice - Best Local Experiences & Expert Tips! Afghanistan Travel Guide & Advice - Best Local Experiences & Expert Tips!

Afghanistan

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Overview

Afghanistan, officially the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, is a landlocked country at the crossroads of Central and South Asia. Afghanistan is bordered by Pakistan to the east and south; Iran to the west; Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan to the north; and China to the northeast. It has a diverse ethnic group with Pashtuns being the largest.

Afghanistan – Quick Facts

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Languages

Pashto

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Continent

Asia

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Population

38.93 million

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Capital City

Kabul

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Best Time to Visit

Spring (April to June) and Autumn (September to November)

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Drinkable Tap Water

No

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Religion

Islam

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Plug Type

Type C, Type F

Safety

Overall Safety

2.6/10

Solo Female Travel

1.0/10

LGBTQ Safety

1.0/10

Travel Advisory

Level 4 – Do not travel

Travel to Afghanistan is generally considered unsafe due to ongoing war, crime, terrorism, and political instability.

Remember to get your travel insurance! Our recommended insurer is SafetyWing

Budget

Currency

؋ – Afghan Afghani

Cost of Living

$$$$$

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