The Shamali Plain (or Shomali Plain) is north of Kabul. Shamali, meaning 'windy' or 'northern,' is a green plain which has reduced a lot of the food for central Afghanistan. From Kabul it extends north through Charikar, Parvan province to Jabal os Saraj.
Understand
[edit]The Shamali Plain was the front line between warring factions during Afghanistan's many conflicts. The local population suffered particularly badly under the Taliban and during the various wars.
Cities
[edit]- 1 Charikar
the main city of the Parvan province, which covers most of the Shamali Plain. - 2 Jabal os Saraj is a small town at one end of the plain, at the foot of the Salang Pass.
Get in
[edit]The main road heading north from Kabul passes through the plain.
Get around
[edit]See
[edit]There are various viewpoints, with some of the best views from Jabal Saraj.
Do
[edit]Buy
[edit]Eat
[edit]Local produce such as grapes and other fruit are very good.
Drink
[edit]Sleep
[edit]Stay safe
[edit]The area has been the scene of major battles during the various wars. Get advice on possibly mined roads and other hazards.
Go next
[edit]- 1 Panjshir Valley is at the northern end of the Shamali Plain. Famous as the base of the commander Ahmed Shah Massoud.