Kabul city is an ancient city with dramatic development in recent histories. The term Afghan began with the Durrani empire ruled by Pashtuns. Early 20 century saw Kabul’s modernization, and the city university produced many knowledgeable Afghans. this city was also on the Hippie trail. Soviet intervention in Kabul triggered …
Read More »HERAT the last Timurid capital, which is located in Afghanistan
Herat blossomed under Timurid rule, when Timur’s youngest son and heir Shahrukh Mirza shifted the Timurid capital to Herat (1405–1507). Shahrukh and wife Gawharshad led a cultural renaissance by their lavish patronage of the arts. Ali-Shir Nava’I was born in Herat during this period, whom became chief minister under the …
Read More »Noble Shrine or MAZAR-E-SHARIF a pilgrimage city in Afghanistan
Mazar-e-sharif means Noble Shrine, the shrine of Hazrat Ali (The 4th caliph and son-in-law of prophet Muhammad). Mazar-e-sharif has grown into a city; the nature of it being a pilgrimage place makes it quite a safe heaven in Afghanistan. That said, it was not spared by the Taliban. While most …
Read More »Watan Chat mobile app
Watan chat has released the First Mobile app for Android users ! Whats Android?? Android is an Operating system, there are 3 kind of major Operating systems for Cell Phones. 1. iOS (installed on every Apple device) 2. Android on all Samsung and other major brands 3. Windows for cell …
Read More »World’s 10 best and most delicious food for everyone.
There is no love sincerer than the love of Delicious food , we’ve scoured the planet for what we think are world’s ten most delicious food ever created. Lets begin the countdown.. 10. Chicken muamba, Gabon Delicious food such as A bastardized Western version of this delectable Gabonese dish swamps everything …
Read More »Afghan Qalin ( Afghan Rug or Afghan Carpet) Handvoven
Afghan Qalin (or Afghan carpet) is a type of handwoven floor-covering textile. It is traditionally made in Afghanistan. Many of the Afghan Qalin are also woven by Afghan refugees who reside in Pakistan. In 2008, 2013 and 2014, Afghan Qalin won international awards, which is held every year in Hamburg, …
Read More »Green eyes, Rare Eye pigmentation In afghanistan and all over the world
Green eyes are especially rare. In humans, the pigmentation of an iris can range from very light amber yellow to a very dark brown, bordering on black. The darkness of the iris depends on its concentration of melanin. The amount of melanin in your eyes or skin determines it’s color. …
Read More »Afghan Khaal or Facial tattoo for women in afghanistan (Khaal):
About Afghan Khaal : If you visit Afghanistan you will notice most of the women have “Afghan Khaal” Which are green dots or shapes drawn on their face ( chin/forehead/cheeks) or hands. Afghan khaal or Tattoos are very normal in Afghanistan especially among Pushtun women, except they are called “Khaal” …
Read More »The Afghan Hound (تاژي سپی)or Sag-e Tāzī
The Afghan Hound is a hound that is distinguished by its thick, fine, silky coat and its tail with a ring curl at the end. The breed was selectively bred for its unique features in the cold mountains of Afghanistan. Its local name is Tāžī Spay (Pashto: تاژي سپی) or …
Read More »Afghan Shepherd dog or Sage Kuchi (Dog of nomads)
The Kuchi or Afghan Shepherd dog is an Afghan livestock guardian dog, taking its name from the Kuchi people of Afghanistan. It is a working dog following the nomads, protecting caravans and flocks of sheep, goats, camels and other livestock from wolves, big cats and thieves. It is sometimes known …
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