Why visit
Kabul is the capital of Afghanistan. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Afghanistan at a glance
Country center
33.0°, 65.0°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
652,230 km²
251,827 mi²
Country population
42.2 million
65/km²
Subregion
Southern Asia
Currency
Afghan afghani (؋)
AFN
Dial
+93
Languages
Dari, Pashto, Turkmen
Demonym
Afghan
Internet
.af
UN
Member state
ISO code
AF / AFG
Where in the world
33.0° · 65.0°
Afghanistan
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Did you know
- Afghanistan's Bamiyan Buddhas, carved into cliffs in the 6th century, were the world's largest standing Buddhas until destruction in 2001.
- Afghanistan is one of only two countries whose national flag contains buildings (the other is Cambodia).
- The Hindu Kush mountain range has 24 peaks over 7,000 m: Afghanistan's Wakhan Corridor touches China at the Pamir Knot.
Bordering Afghanistan
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Kabul
What currency is used in Kabul?
Kabul uses the Afghan afghani (؋), ISO code AFN.
What languages are spoken in Afghanistan?
The primary languages are Dari, Pashto and Turkmen.
What is the international calling code for Afghanistan?
The calling code is +93.
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