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Band-i-Amir (بند امیر): jewel of central Afghanistan

 

Band-i-Amir, Afghanistan
Band-i-Amir, Afghanistan

Not far from the town of Bamyan, in central Afghanistan lie a series of lakes. They are often referred to collectively as Band-i-Amir, although this is only officially one of the lakes and each one has its own. The lakes are separated by natural limestone dams.

Band-i-Amir, Bamyan, Afghanistan
Band-i-Amir, Bamyan, Afghanistan

The contrast with the austere scenery that surrounds them and the deep blue that reflects the high-altitude sky gives the lakes an other-worldy feel.

Band-i-Amir, Bamyan, Afghanistan
Band-i-Amir, Bamyan, Afghanistan
Band-i-Amir, Bamyan, Afghanistan

 

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I am a TCK – Third Culture Kid. Born in Canada but grew up in Central and South Asia. My mother, my father and my wife are from three different countries. As an adult I have lived and worked on three different continents. My life thus far has been an adventure. It can also be confusing. Sometimes I write to reflect on the past, sometimes to try to make sense of the present. I am a teacher, husband and father. I teach Design & Technology at a high school in the UK and think that everyone would benefit from learning more practical skills, myself included. I am passionate about faith and about people. I love learning about history. I love to travel and to meet new people and explore different cultures. And the more I explore the more I want to catch a glimpse of the other side of the mountains…

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