Kandahar Bilingual Rock Inscription

A stone inscription exhibits Greek and Aramaic texts carved into a rock surface, reflecting the multilingual nature of ancient Central Asian civilizations.

Dating from 260 BCE, this archaeological remnant stands as evidence of the cultural exchanges following Alexander the Great's military campaigns in Afghanistan.

The inscription demonstrates the intersections between Hellenistic and local traditions through its dual-language system of communication in ancient Afghanistan.

Visitors can examine the inscription and related artifacts at the National Museum of Afghanistan, located in central Kabul near other historical exhibits.

The stone bears official governmental texts in two distinct writing systems, making it a rare example of ancient administrative documentation in Afghanistan.

Inception: 260 BCE

GPS coordinates: 31.61528,65.66361

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:20