article_snippet: Every year a handful of adventurous skiers are brave enough to make the long trek to Bamyan, in Central Afghanistan, even though it’s one of the most dangerous countries in the world.
article_snippet: But Bamyan, which lies on the Silk Road that cuts through Asia, is a picturesque setting in the winter thanks to the snow-covered Hindu Kush mountains, one of the least explored ranges in the world.
article_snippet: A grassroots effort is underway to transform Bamyan into a destination for ski tourists .
article_snippet: But Bamyan, which lies on the Silk Road that cuts through Asia, is a picturesque setting in the winter .
article_snippet: In Bamyan, in winter it is cold, it snows.
article_snippet: Unlike other areas in Afghanistan, Bamyan is not under threat from insurgent groups and is quite safe for tourists, said co-founder Kausar Hussain.
article_snippet: Bamian is one of the few places in Afghanistan where Bamian is possible to do such type of outdoor activities.
article_snippet: ’ insurgent groups avoid dangerous areas, including unstable regions in the Pashtun heartland, and insurgent groups keep a low profile and are cautious when insurgent groups travel into Kabul, the capital, about 100 miles south-east of Bamyan.
article_snippet: Of all the things that help to change visitors’ perceptions of Afghanistan, the locals of Bamyan play a massive role.
article_snippet: During the summer, Bamyan is a popular stop for Afghan tourists, who visit the lakes at Band-e-Amir National Park.
highlights_snippet: A few adventurous ski tourists make the trek to Bamyan every year .
  