Historic ruins atop a snowy hill, offering a striking view of Kabul and surrounding mountains.

Aerial cityscape of Kabul, Afghanistan with mountains in the background.

A sweeping aerial view of Kabul, Afghanistan showcasing urban landscape against mountainous backdrop.

A panoramic view of Kabul city with high-rise buildings set against a mountainous backdrop.

Afghanistan

Name: Afghanistan — Verified Country Indicators
Creator: GeoReality
Keywords: Afghanistan, country profile, country data, safety, cost of living, HDI

Asia · Southern Asia

Very Low PeaceVery Affordable Cost of Living

Low DevelopmentAuthoritarian

Population43.8M36th

GDP / Capita$417Low income

PPP / Capita$2KVery Low

Gender Inequality0.665Very High

Life Expectancy66 yrsLow

Taliban-controlled since 2021 — extreme poverty, not accessible for most travellers.

At a Glance

Very LowSafety

Very AffordableCost of Living

ModerateWater Access

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Afghanistan

Afghanistan is a landlocked country of stark, breathtaking landscapes, from the Hindu Kush mountains to vast desert plains, with a culture shaped by millennia of trade routes and oral poetic tradition. Those drawn to raw, untouched terrain and deep historical layers will find it unlike anywhere on earth. It is not for those seeking comfort or ease of movement.

Despite decades of conflict, homicide rate is lower than Brazil or Jamaica.
Produces 90% of the world's illicit opium — more than all other countries combined.
One of the youngest populations in Asia, with a median age under 18.

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