2023 Afghanistan tourism growth: visitors increase 10-fold despite Western travel warnings.

Afghanistan's tourism industry is experiencing growth since the Taliban reclaimed power in 2021, with a 10-fold increase in visitors from 691 in 2021 to 7,000 in 2023. The country's turquoise lakes, Buddhist art, and bustling bazaars attract visitors, with Afghanistan's Ministry of Tourism establishing a department to serve tourists and train students in the tourism industry. However, Western governments advise against traveling to Afghanistan due to safety concerns and the Taliban's policies on women's rights.

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