Adventurous Tourists Defy Warnings to Explore Afghanistan

World News

1 year ago

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Credited from: NYTIMES

**Yi-Pin Lin**, an associate professor, visited **Afghanistan** after years of hesitation due to concerns over war and safety.
With the Taliban promoting tourism since the end of the Afghan war, the number of tourists has gradually increased.
Lin spent **$130 for a visa** and defied advice from friends who deemed the trip too dangerous.
The U.S. State Department strongly advises against travel to Afghanistan due to risks, including **terrorism** and **kidnapping**.
According to Taliban sources, **14,500 foreign tourists** have visited Afghanistan in the last three years, providing much-needed revenue.

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