Marco Polo's Bazaars: Kabul's labyrinthine "Chicken Street" isn't just for souvenirs! Legend has it Marco Polo himself explored these bustling markets.
National Pastime Buzkashi, a wild horseback game where riders fight over a headless calf, is a thrilling (and slightly bizarre) Afghan tradition.
Music in the MountainsThe Nuristan province boasts a unique musical heritage featuring the "viol," a string instrument with a haunting melody.
Pomegranate ParadiseAfghanistan is one of the world's leading producers of pomegranates. Enjoy their juicy goodness fresh, dried, or as juice!
Ancient Sporting SpiritLapis Lazuli, a prized semi-precious stone, was mined in Afghanistan for millennia. It even adorned Tutankhamun's tomb!
Bamyan Sisters"While the giant Buddhas of Bamyan are famous, recent discoveries suggest even larger statues of a reclining Buddha once stood nearby.
Falconry Takes FlightFalconry, the ancient art of hunting with trained falcons, is still practiced in remote Afghan regions.
Afghan Space Agency: Yes, you read that right! Established in the 1960s, the Afghan Space Agency, though currently inactive, holds a fascinating piece of the country's history.