Kabul Warnings Or Dangers Tips by DavidRose79 Top 5 Page for this destination

Land Mines and UXO

While there are considerable demining efforts ongoing throughout Afghanistan there are still some Landmines and UXO that can be found. In Kabul itself almost all areas are completely free, however the riskier areas are the various heights around the cities that were once used for military strong holds and the sides of some of the roads that lead out of the city (in particular the road North to Bargram). Most areas are marked in some way with the most common being two lines of red and white stones (Red on the mine field side and white on the safe side).

There are also lots of old mortar bombs, etc around - most being unearthed by farmers, floods, etc. One rule: DON'T TOUCH!

To avoid any risky areas try and stick to the tracks and footpaths and if in any doubt ask the locals!