Bactria, a huge area in todays' Afghanistan, was the eastern edge of the ancient Greek empire, established by Alexander the ...

Explore the top ten places to visit in Afghanistan, each offering a unique glimpse into the country's rich history, stunning landscapes, and diverse culture. From ancient historical sites to ...

A little farther on, the view opens onto a treeless valley creased with trenches and exposed ancient walls. Over the past seven years a team of Afghan and international archaeologists, supported ...

A Brief History of Women's Rights In Afghanistan Think of women in Afghanistan now, and you'll probably recall pictures in the media of women being forced to wear full-body burqas, perhaps the famous ...

Meaning “golden hill,” Tillya Tepe is located in Bactria, an ancient region located in what is now part of Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan. It is thought the hoard was buried by ...

Forty historical monuments and facilities that were at risk of destruction have been restored in Afghanistan over the ... unit has been formed to protect ancient artifacts and historical sites.