# @khyberkhaan on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Ctw7Ks2S9PJ
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/59797816-khyberkhaan-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2023-06-21T19:38:46.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Khyber Khan (@khyberkhaan) — https://gondola.cc/khyberkhaan

## Caption

Spent an incredible 14 days exploring #Nuristan, a hidden gem in #Afghanistan. From the picturesque districts of Parun, Waigal, and Kamdesh, this province is a true natural wonderland. Green mountains, forests, and rivers abound, creating a breathtaking backdrop.

Nuristan is like Pandora in Afghanistan, blessed with stunning nature, hidden gems, and lithium deposits. This remote corner is home to a remarkable people with their own language, unique culture, and cherished traditions. 

But life here hasn't been easy for the locals. Isolation from the rest of the country due to conflict and poverty has posed challenges. 

We had the privilege of immersing ourselves in the beauty, sitting down with the resilient locals, listening to their hardships, and seeking ways to make a difference.

More posts to come. 

#shotoniPhone

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1.Location scouting with Mrs.
2.Local Nuristani family heading home.
3.Historic Nuristani house, 100+ years old.
4.Sheer chai (karak chai) with a view.
5.Gift from a local self-taught Nuristani carpenter.
6.Intricately decorated wooden pillars in a local masjid.
7.Hiking with Mrs. aka Bibi Gul
8.Back to Parun after an amazing hike.
9.Mountain school in Nuristan.
10.Helping Nuristani friend eager to learn English.

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nuristan, afghanistan, shotoniphone

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