Ras Al Khaimah to Afghanistan

One of the seven United Arab Emirates, located along the Arabian Gulf, Ras Al-Khaimah is famous for its beautiful beaches, majestic mountains and fascinating desert sand dunes. Presenting a number of tourist attractions and unmatched opportunities for recreation and relaxation, this city is an important travel destination not only in the region, but all over the world. Ar-Rams is a small coastal town here, worth visiting on a trip to Ras Al-Khaimah for its pearl diving sites, spectacular sand beaches and opportunities for bird watching. Masafi is a town in the South, famous for its drinking water. No vacation in Ras Al-Khaimah can be complete without visiting Khatt, a beautiful village, where visitors can explore its thermal springs and beautiful palm gardens. Ras Al-Khaimah Old City is known for its old souq and the magnificent Al Hisn Fort, which houses Ras Al-Khaimah National Museum- an important building where artefacts related to the glorious history of this place are on display. There is also a Camel Race Track where visitors can enjoy camel racing- the traditional sporting activity of this place. History-lovers can explore the remains of 16th century Sheeba’s Palace, during their trip. Inspiring the imagination of visitors with its breathtaking natural vistas and man-made wonders, this city is a must-visit destination. MakeMyTrip offers several travel packages, buying one at affordable prices can help tourists travel around this emirate in a very convenient manner.

A landlocked nation, Afghanistan in south-central Asia features highlands, plains, plateaus, lakes and rivers. The country faces a semi-arid steppe climate with cold winters and dry summers. Kabul is the capital city of the Afghanistan with OMAR Mine Museum, Abdul Rahman Mosque and Babur’s Garden as major landmarks. Historical attractions such as Tajbeg Palace and Darul Aman Palace are now in ruins. Balkh in northern Afghanistan is largely popular for the Nine Domes Mosque, which became part of the 2006 World Monuments Watch. Mazar-i-Sharif, a major city located in the Balkh province, is mostly known for its Blue Mosque. In western Afghanistan, Herat offers a glimpse into the country’s rich cultural heritage with its unique museums. Herat National Museum, the erstwhile Citadel of Alexander, houses over 1000 exhibits ranging from pottery to paintings. Bamiyan Valley in central Afghanistan is a historic Buddhist site dating much before Arab settlers came to the country. Lying 2,590 m above sea level, the valley is known for housing ancient man-made caves with two statues of Lord Buddha – one 53 m high and the other, 40 m. Mostly destroyed, the archeological landmark is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Central Afghanistan is also popular for Band-e Amir National Park, comprising six beautiful lakes amidst a rugged terrain. Kabul has several cafes including Afrah Café, Nosh Book Café and The 14th. On the other hand, the bazaar area in Mazar-i-Sharif offers the best retail therapy in the country. Planning a visit to Afghanistan? Book a flight and hotel from MakeMyTrip and enjoy great discounts throughout the year.