Capital
Kabulکابل
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Kabul is the capital and largest city of Afghanistan, in a high valley of the Hindu Kush at about 1,800 m. Its old city, gardens and markets have been affected by decades of conflict. Conditions and rules for foreign visitors change, and this page gives general facts only.
At a glance
- Known for
- Babur's Gardens · National Museum of Afghanistan · Old City bazaars · Kabul River · Hindu Kush setting
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- Avoid
- Dec–Feb (cold and snow)
- Nights
- 0
- Airports
- KBL Hamid Karzai International (Commercial services vary: check current status)
Where to sleep
Central Kabul
Most hotels and services are here; check current advice before any stay.
Getting around
Local taxis and private cars; conditions and access change, so follow official guidance.
Watch out
- Check your own government's travel advice: many advise against all travel to Afghanistan.
- Entry rules, visas and local restrictions change; verify with official sources.
- Dress and conduct rules apply and are enforced: follow local customs.
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kabul. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
Sources
Sources
- Wikivoyage — Kabul (secondary)