Historic site
Kandahar Aramaic inscription
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The Kandahar Aramaic inscription is a carved stone slab dating to the Achaemenid Persian Empire, inscribed in the Aramaic script. Discovered in Kandahar, it is a rare epigraphic record from the region, offering insight into ancient administration and language. Visitors view the artifact in a local museum setting, where its weathered text and historical context are highlighted. The inscription stands as a tangible link to the vast empire that once ruled from the Indus to the Mediterranean.
Don't miss
- Examine the ancient Aramaic script carved into the stone surface.
- Learn about the Achaemenid Empire's reach into present-day Afghanistan.
- See one of the few such inscriptions found in the country.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Kandahar Aramaic inscription
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inPrivate Bukhara-Khiva Transfer via Ancient Fortresses4.5★ · 12 travelers6–7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$75 per personSee dates →
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