Ajar Valley National Park

The Ajar Valley extends across Bamyan Province with mountains, valleys, and diverse ecosystems supporting numerous plant and animal species.

The Afghan royal family established this area as a nature reserve in the early 1900s, using it as their personal hunting grounds.

Local communities near Ajar Valley maintain traditional practices while adapting to the preservation needs of the protected wildlife areas.

Visitors can access multiple hiking trails throughout the park, including the 6-kilometer Kakrak path and the 14-kilometer route to Foladi lakes.

The park contains specific zones for ibex populations, making it a central location for wildlife conservation efforts in Afghanistan.

Location: Bamyan

GPS coordinates: 34.00000,67.00000

Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:52