The festivals of Afghanistan has always maintained a queer aura about them. Very much close to the root of the national culture and the people, these festivals help the traveller in understanding the country in a different way. To sum up Afghanistan as a travel destination, many would attribute numerous terms and adjectives that differs from one another for sure. But one will find some phrases common in all reviews, thats- unusual, unlikely and different. A historic land with stories to tell and events to share that changed the course of the lives of the people living in the Indian subcontinent, Afghanistan apparently comes out as a land of ruins and remnants from the past. But the spell that these historic remains cast is no less enchanting than those exerted by the classic architecture of Vienna or Italy. The taste might differ, but the magic is same! Like all other ancient civilizations, Afghanistan also is home to a series of festivals that spans across the national calender. The people of this spell bounding land celebrates them with joy, enthusiasm and fervour. Al l the festivals of Afghanistan can be segregated under three broad heads- Traditional, National and Religious. Let's throw some light on them to help you sort out which one to choose for your vacation
