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Afghanistan records significant surge in domestic tourism over Eid al-Adha
According to the Directorate of Information and Culture in Bamiyan, about 4,000 tourists also toured the province’s historic and archaeological sites, which continue to draw cultural tourism to the region.
Afghanistan witnessed a remarkable increase in domestic tourism during the Eid al-Adha holidays, as thousands of citizens traveled to scenic and cultural destinations across various provinces.
According to the Paktia Provincial Media Office, more than 350,000 tourists visited the Spina Shaga recreational park in Zazi Aryob district during the Eid celebrations.
The park, now considered one of the most popular leisure destinations in southeastern Afghanistan, has been contracted to a private company that has significantly enhanced the site’s infrastructure and services.
The company reports that the area has been equipped with over 2,000 tents, dedicated seating areas, 24-hour telecommunications and electricity, a reliable water supply system, two large hotels, as well as ice cream parlors, coffee shops, and a variety of restaurants.
These developments played a key role in attracting large crowds during the holiday period.
At the same time, the central province of Bamiyan hosted approximately 40,000 domestic and international visitors over the three days of Eid.
According to the Directorate of Information and Culture in Bamiyan, about 4,000 tourists also toured the province’s historic and archaeological sites, which continue to draw cultural tourism to the region.
Bamiyan officials noted that efforts are underway to further improve tourism infrastructure and accessibility in order to strengthen the local tourism industry. With its breathtaking natural landscapes and ancient heritage sites, Bamiyan remains one of Afghanistan’s most attractive and culturally significant destinations.
The surge in domestic travel during Eid underscores the growing public interest in local tourism and the potential for this sector to contribute to economic development and cultural exchange across the country.
Sadin Ayyıldız, the new head of Turkey’s diplomatic mission in Kabul, met in an introductory visit with Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate, to discuss the development of bilateral relations between the two countries.
During the meeting, Ayyıldız described relations between Afghanistan and Turkey as positive and emphasized the expansion of cooperation in economic and health fields, the Afghan Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Tuesday.
Muttaqi also wished Ayyildiz success, described Turkey as a close friend of Afghanistan, and assessed bilateral relations as being on a path of progress.
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Afghan, Indonesian sports officials discuss expanding cooperation
Indonesian officials said the deputy minister plans to visit Afghanistan in the future to further advance cooperation.
Ahmadullah Wasiq, head of Afghanistan’s National Olympic and Physical Education Committee, met Indonesia’s Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, Taufiq Hidayat, during an official visit to Indonesia held alongside the Asian Cup competitions.
The talks focused on strengthening sports cooperation, including improving access for Afghan athletes living in Indonesia to local leagues and training camps.
Hidayat described the meeting as a positive step toward closer sporting ties and stressed the need for continued engagement.
Afghanistan’s ambassador to Indonesia, Saadullah Baloch, also attended the meeting, highlighting the role of sports diplomacy in bilateral relations. Indonesian officials said the deputy minister plans to visit Afghanistan in the future to further advance cooperation.
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UNAMA: Afghanistan ranks among highest for explosive ordnance casualties
UNAMA stressed that greater awareness and coordinated action are essential to saving lives and improving safety across Afghanistan.
The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has warned that Afghanistan is the world’s third most affected country in terms of casualties from explosive ordnance, with landmines and unexploded remnants of war still widespread.
UNAMA said children account for around 80 percent of victims, many of whom are injured or killed while playing near unexploded devices.
The mission reaffirmed its support for funding NGOs involved in mine clearance and community awareness, noting that these groups work daily to remove deadly remnants of conflict and educate communities about the risks.
UNAMA stressed that greater awareness and coordinated action are essential to saving lives and improving safety across Afghanistan.
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