Foreign Visitors Surge at National Museum of Afghanistan in Kabul

DID Press: National Museum of Afghanistan in western Kabul has reported a notable increase in both domestic and international visitors, highlighting renewed interest in the country’s cultural heritage.

As Afghanistan marks World Museum Day, the museum organized a special exhibition showcasing historical and cultural artifacts that once again drew attention to the nation’s ancient civilizations and historical identity.

Officials said visitor numbers have risen over the past year, reflecting a growing public engagement with Afghanistan’s historical legacy and national identity.

The exhibition features illuminated manuscripts, historical documents, and artifacts from ancient civilizations including the Kushan Empire, Greco-Buddhist heritage, the Achaemenid period, and the Hellenistic era.

Museum restoration director Yahya Mohibzada stated that the institution currently preserves more than 60,000 artifacts and continues to run educational and awareness programs on conservation and cultural heritage protection.

Visitors described the museum as more than a historical site, calling it a bridge between present generations and Afghanistan’s complex past, where history, culture, and national identity remain vividly preserved.