Never step out of footpaths. There are still a lot of unexploded mines in the country.

In the northern corner of the country there are many mosques which are open even for women. In other districts there are fewer of them.

If you are asked «who are you and where are you from », it’s better to answer – «mehmoon», it means «guest». Thus you will be more welcomed and respected.

Spinzar is a district of cheap hotels in Kabul.

An official taxi driver will tell you the cost of the trip while a private one will tell you the cost of a seat. You should ask in advance about the number of seats in his car. Sometimes two passengers may seat on the front seat next to the driver. If nobody else want to get in you will have to pay for all remained free seats.

In Kabul, decent guest houses can be found in Chicken Street area. You should ask passersby or at shashlik bars.

Some nice guest houses are concentration in the zoo area. There is only one inconvenience – it’s far from the downtown. The tariff is around $40 for a double room.

If you are on a shoestring budget, you can ask to stay for the night at a chaikhana (a tea house”. But if you love comfort, this option is not for you. As you will be offered only a mattress.