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Kabul has an assortment of activities on offer for anyone visiting the area including a scenic hike with striking views over the city. Visit the golf club and experience its “extreme" holes or pop on over to Strikers for a game of bowling. You can also wander around the ruins of the Darul Aman Palace.
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Serving as one of Afghanistan's main airports, Hamid Karzai International Airport, formerly Kabul International Airport, is one of the busiest airports in The middle East region. Continue reading if you want to know how to get to the city centre from the airport and which are the main airlines flying to Kabul.
The major airlines operating within Hamid Karzai International Airport include: Air India, Emirates, which has been recognized as one of the Top 15 airlines in the world, according to eDreams Best Airlines study 2016, and FlyDubai.
Hamid Karzai International Airport is situated 5km outside of Kabul city centre.
The airport is situated a short distance east of Kabul's city centre. Upon arrival at the airport you will be able to take a taxi to the centre of the city. However, it is recommended that you arrange a pick-up at the airport beforehand. Getting around Kabul is relatively easy by taxi or bus. However, if you have the choice it's more comfortable and usually faster to use a taxi. You can also hire a private taxi to take you around the city. This is especially useful if you want to explore the surrounding areas outside the centre of Kabul.