There are lots of Excursions in Bamiyan that the tourists can undertake. Excursions in Bamiyan are a major draw for the tourists who travel to this part of the world.
Bamiyan is the main town in the namesake Bamiyan province. Giant devastated Buddhas of Bamiyan are the main tourist attractions of the city. The Bamiyan valley is the most picturesque area in the region.
A quite isolated city, it is located about 240 km west of Kabul. It is a calm and serene city of Afghanistan lying in the lap of nature depicting the extraordinary cultural diversity of Afghanistan.
Located in the heart of Hindu Kush region, Bamiyan Valley is one of the most beautiful regions of Afghanistan. The valley was once considered as the most sacred region for the Buddhism followers in Afghanistan.
A lot of tourists visited the place for ritual purposes. The two Buddha idols of Bamiyan were destroyed by the Taliban in 2001. Only the ruins of the historical monuments are there now days.
The two giant Buddhas were 38 meters and 53 meters in height. The surfaces of the statues were built with mud and straw. The larger statue was painted in dark red and the smaller one was painted with multiple colors. The statues were covered with plaster and molded to provide them various expressions.
There are many other excursions that one can undertake as well. Some of them are mentioned hereunder:
Known as a wonderful lake all over the world Band-e-Amir Lake is located in Yakawlang district. The turquoise -azure colored water is quite refreshing to make you chill. The color of the water is pretty changeable as the sun moves over the lake surface. Deep blue color of the water is exceptional world wide for its color. You can also live in the camps at the lake area which is thrilling in itself.
It is the main fort located in Bamiyan Valley. It was once one of the most prosperous cities of Afghanistan. The citadel was almost destroyed by Chengis Khan in 1221. Due to its gloomy history the name Shahr-e Golgola, 'City of Screams' was derived. The Mongols used to call it as Mao Balegh, the cursed city.
Ruins of the red town lie below the Bamiyan Valley. The Shahr-e-Zohak fortress was built completely of sun dried clay. It was a leading defense for the Bamiyan valley for centuries. It was home to 3000 people in its blooming stage. Later on it was destroyed by the foreign marauders.
During your visit to Afghanistan, do not forget to undertake these Excursions in Bamiyan.
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