Tourism2025
Bamiyan Welcomes 150,000 Tourists — a Record Since 2019
Over 150,000 visitors reached Bamiyan in six months — the strongest sign yet of Afghanistan's tourism reopening, from the Buddha niches to Band-e Amir.
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Afghanistan's Economy Returns to Growth: GDP +2.7%
After years of contraction, the economy is growing again — what the numbers mean, and why stability matters for travellers.
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10 Major Development Projects Reshaping Afghanistan
TAPI pipeline, CASA-1000, the Mes Aynak copper mine, and five railway corridors — the projects rebuilding the country's connections to the region.
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Who Governs Afghanistan in 2026 — a Traveller's Background Briefing
A factual, no-politics explainer of who runs the country today and how that shapes the practical rules visitors follow.
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The Future of Tourism in Bamiyan
New guesthouses, trained guides and park infrastructure — how Bamiyan is preparing for more international visitors.
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Is Afghanistan Safe to Visit? The Honest Answer
Our continuously updated safety briefing — zero incidents on organised tours since 2021, and what that does and doesn't mean.
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