 Afghanistan — (af gan´ə stan´) |
About The People
Did You Know... In the Qunduz area of northern Afghanistan, wild tulips bloom in the spring »» More
Eating & Recipes... The traditional mode of eating in Afghanistan is on the floor. Everyone sit »» More
In Their Language... A handshake is the customary greeting in Afghanistan. A slight bow or »» More
Fashion... Although Western style clothing is worn in urban Afghanistan, the national »» More
Socializing... Afghanistan has a rich cultural heritage, covering more than 5,000 years. T »» More
Family... The family unit is strong in Afghanistan and provides its members with iden »» More
Sports & Recreation... Afghans are very fond of sports and games. Northern Afghan men adore b »» More
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Afghanistan History
AFGHANISTAN’S HISTORY, internal political development, foreign
relations, and very existence as an independent state have
largely been determined by its geographic location at the
crossroads of Central, West, and South Asia. Over the centuries,
waves of migrating peoples passed through the region--described
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Capital Cities... Kabul »» History of Kabul
Population: 29,121,286
GDP: $23,350,000,000 (USD)
Total Area: 647,500 (sq km) 250,000 (sq mi)
Currency: afghani
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