Эълони сафари сайёҳии Эрон дар рӯзномаҳои соли 1975 барои сафари ҳафтрӯза ба Афғонистон.

An advertisement from an Iranian newspaper published in 1975 (1354 in the Iranian calendar) highlights the golden age of tourism in Afghanistan, which, at the time, was considered a popular destination for Iranian travelers and those from neighboring countries. The ad promoted a “7-day unforgettable tour to Afghanistan,” which included visits to the historic city of Kabul, the Bamiyan Buddhas, the turquoise lakes of Band-e-Amir, the ancient city of Ghazni, and stays at the Intercontinental Hotel—one of Kabul’s most renowned hotels at the time.
In the 1970s, before the outbreak of civil wars, Afghanistan was a popular travel destination for foreigners, especially Iranians. The country, with its rich history, natural landscapes, and historical attractions such as Kabul (a cultural and commercial hub), Bamiyan with its famous Buddhas, Band-e-Amir’s stunning lakes, and the ancient ruins of Ghazni, attracted many tourists. Renowned hotels like the Intercontinental in Kabul provided comfortable accommodation for travelers, and tourists from various countries visited Afghanistan to explore its cultural and natural wonders.
This tour, starting in early April 1975, was a symbol of the relative peace and stability that Afghanistan enjoyed at the time. The country was in a period of relative calm, and a large number of Iranian and regional tourists visited Afghanistan to explore its rich history and landscapes. Tourist facilities such as hotels and cultural centers were well-established and accessible.
The popularity of tourism in Afghanistan during this time reflected the strong cultural and social ties between Iran and Afghanistan. Iranians found Afghanistan, a neighboring country with a similar culture and history, to be an appealing destination. These trips also offered opportunities for cultural and economic exchanges between the two nations. Unfortunately, this period of tranquility came to an abrupt end with the onset of political upheaval and wars in Afghanistan, which drastically affected tourism in the country.