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| Herat | ||
| province | Herat | |
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| Residents | 436.300 (2013) | |
| height | 920 m | |
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Herat is the capital of Herat Province in western Afghanistan and the third largest city in the country after Kabul and Kandahar.
getting there
By plane
The journey to Herat is possible via Mashhad (MHD) or directly via Kabul and then by plane to Herat. 3 airlines fly between Herat and Kabul:
- Ariana Afghan Airlines
- Came Air
- Pamir Airways
By bus
Taking the 1200 km long route by bus is not recommended, as some groups use the location and plunder the people. There is a bus connection from Iran.
mobility
Tourist Attractions
Sights in Herat definitely the Ansari Shrine, where prayers take place every Thursday and Friday afternoon, which are public and can also be visited by Christians.
Then there is the fortress in the middle of the city, which has been there since Alexander the Great and has since been renovated by the Aga Khan Trust and reopened in October 2011.
Not to forget of course the blue mosque.
activities
shop
Fruit and fruit can be bought in the local markets, otherwise there are shops that ensure basic supplies. There are also very beautiful and modern shopping centers such as Herat Plaza and many other centers that offer everything your heart desires, depending on your preference.
kitchen
Very simple Afghan cuisine, mainly kebabs. There are also numerous modern and clean restaurants that offer both Afghan cuisine and international delicacies.
nightlife
There is no nightlife according to European standards.
accommodation
There are several good to acceptable hotels in the city. The "Fife Star Hotel" previously mentioned here is no longer one of them; it has been the US consulate for years and was the target of a massive attack in September 2013. The "Marco Polo" is worth mentioning because it is reasonably priced and well located. Otherwise, as a foreigner, you live in guest houses or, if you're only there for a short time, with friends.
