Sapporo to Afghanistan

The largest city on Northern Japanese island of Hokkaido, Sapporo is considered as one of the newest cities in the nation that has witnessed a rapid growth in its population and urban development in the last century. On a Sapporo tour, visitors can visit the graceful Clock Tower- one of the leading attractions of the city. Tourists can enjoy enigmatic views of the city from the observation deck of JR Sapporo Station, another important landmark of Sapporo. To get a detailed insight of the region, tourists can pay a visit to Hokkaido Pioneer Village- one of the most historically rich areas of the city. Sapporo plays host to the annual festival of Yuki Matsuri, also known as Sapporo Snow Festival, which attracts numerous visitors from all parts of the world. Adventure-lovers can try mountain skiing on the Mount Teine, located in the vicinity of this city. Those planning a trip to Sapporo with kids must include a visit to Ishiya Chocolate Factory and a guided tour to explore the place in style. Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art offers an amazing collection of Japanese and Western art exhibits. To discover the modern face of Hokkaido, this city can be the perfect place to visit. Getting hands on of the many exciting and cost-effective travel package from MakeMyTrip can be extremely advantageous on the part of tourists in exploring the city.

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.