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Destinations · 12 October 2026

A first look at Band-e Amir

Why Afghanistan's first national park belongs on every traveler's list.

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Band-e Amir is a chain of six lakes in Bamyan Province, separated by natural dams of travertine.

The water's depth and mineral content produce an extraordinary range of blues. The best months to visit are May through October.