San Jose to Afghanistan Flights

Known as the ‘Capital of Silicon Valley,’ San Jose is the third-largest city in the state of California, boasting of the high concentration of information technology firms. This city is also known for its unique attractions, leisure and recreation opportunities, sporting facilities, museums, art galleries and a vibrant culture. On a tour to San Jose, visitors can explore the Tech Museum, which exhibits displays on how technology shapes our lives; discover interesting art collections at the San Jose Museum of Art or check out the Winchester Mystery House, which is famous for its odd architecture and legends of ghost sightings. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum & Planetarium presents a fabulous collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts, a must-visit on any trip to San Jose. Heritage Rose Garden that houses a spellbinding collection of nearly 3,000 varieties of rose is an interesting place to visit. Adventure-lovers would love to visit Alum Rock Park, located on the foothills of Silicon Valley. This site offers a number of scenic trails to explore and opportunities for hiking, biking and nature exploration. Affording an endless variety of recreation, adventure and cultural exploration, this city is a place worth visiting time and again. Tourists can make a choice from one of the many exciting travel packages from MakeMyTrip to travel around 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.