Imphal to Afghanistan Flights

The capital city of Manipur, Imphal is a beautiful destination blessed with scenic landscape and rich cultural heritage. In addition to its breathtaking mist-covered mountainous vistas, the city boasts of a number of attractions that hold strong historical significance. On a trip to Imphal, tourists can explore ruins of the Palace of Kangla; visit the Manipur State Museum to discover historical artefacts related to the history of this place and shop for local produce and handloom items at Ima Keithel- a local market run by women. Shree Govindajee Temple is a popular place of religious importance and one of the finest architectural creations in the city. On an Imphal tour, one must not miss to pay a visit to Loktak Lake- the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India. This lake forms an integral part of Keibul Lamjao National Park- a 40 sq km area park that serves as home to ‘Eld's deer’- one of world’s most endangered species. Included in the Guinness Book of Records, Sambal- Lei-Sekpil garden is another place of tourist interest. Manipur Zoological Gardens and Matai Garden are other places that are sure to leave every nature lover mesmerised. Known for a rich heritage and rare biodiversity, this place is a true treasure trove of nature that must be visited. MakeMyTrip offers a number of tailor-made travel packages, amongst which tourists can avail a suitable package to travel around this city conveniently.

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.