Rajahmundry to Afghanistan Flights

The biggest city of East and West Godavari Districts in Andhra Pradesh, Rajahmundry is famous for its rich heritage. It has gained huge recognition in the country as the birthplace of first Telugu poet, Nannaya, also known as ‘Adi Kavi.’ Located on the banks of the River Godavari, the city boasts of one of the largest rail-road bridges on the river linking Rajahmundry to Kovvur. Speckled with a number of temples, Rajahmundry is also a major pilgrimage site for the Hindu cult. No Rajahmundry tour can be complete without a visit to the Kotilinga Temple, located favourably on the banks of the Godavari River. The Godavari Pushkaram, a religious festival held once in every twelve years in this place attracts a number of pilgrims from all parts of the country. Tourists can explore Pushkar Ghat, Markandeyaswamy Temple, Raghavendraswamy Temple and Venkateswara Swamy Temple on a trip to Rajahmundry. Boarding a boat cruise that takes tourists from Godavari to Pattiseema can offer truly magnificent views of the surroundings. The city is famous for its pen-making shops, where buyers can look for vintage pens. Rosemilk and ‘Paper Sweets’ are some of the most popular locally made items tourists can buy from this place. Picking a suitably travel package from MakeMyTrip can help tourists explore this city comfortably.

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.