East Afghanistan

WARNING The Eastern provinces of Afghanistan are extremely dangerous and volatile, in particular the Pashtun tribal areas along the Pakistani border. Most foreign governments advise against all travel to these regions. If you must go please see War zone safety. Kunar Province, Afghanistan This section covers the Eastern portion of Afghanistan. This region is inhabitanted by the nationalist Pashtuns and they have cultural links with Pakistan, and is influenced by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, another historic name for this area was Afghania Province. Cities Kabul - the capital of the country Bagram - site of a large U.S. military base en route to the Salang Pass and the Northeast. Bamiyan - the site of the Buddhas that were destroyed by the Taliban, and an atmospheric town. Ghazni Jalalabad - a fairly non-descript town, but a possible stop between Kabul and the Khyber Pass. Other destinations Makhanai, a village nestled in the mountainous region of Tora Bora Band-e Amir - 5 stunning turquoise lakes in a remote, striking setting Khyber Pass - a legendary pass and the only place for foreigners to cross legally into Pakistan. Understand Girls carrying pots of water back to Markhanai. Talk Get in Get around See Itineraries Do Eat Drink Stay safe Get out This article is an outline and needs more content. It has a template, but there is not enough information present. Please plunge forward and help it grow!