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Afghanpedia - Provides detailed information about the land, its history, the people who inhabit it, and their way of life.

Afghanistan: A Historical Timeline - Provides a concise account of the nation's past, from the time it was conquered by Darius I of Babylonia to the current day.

Lonely Planet World Guide: Destination Afghanistan - Tells how two decades of war have virtually destroyed what was once a backpacker's paradise. Includes information on the country's history and culture.

About Afghanistan - Brief description of the country and its food.

BBC News: Who are the Taleban? - Tells who these people are, how they come into power, and what they have done since assuming control of the land.

Afghanistan: Veiled in Fear - PBS special describes what it is like to live in modern-day Afghanistan.

All About Afghanistan for Kids and Teachers - Provides basic information on the country, the current food crisis, and Oxfam's humanitarian relief efforts.

WashingtonPost.com: The Road of Last Resort - An article by David Finkel about the plight of refugees who have abandoned their homes after 22 years of war and a drought. Photographs and slide show.

The World Factbook: Afghanistan - Provides information about the country's geography, people, government, and economy. Includes map.

Afghan Refugees in Jalozai Camp - Photo documentary from Doctors Without Borders describes life in one of the refugee camps set up just across the border in Pakistan.

Encarta Encyclopedia: Afghanistan - Introduces the land and its people. Includes information on the country's past, its current government, and the culture that prevails today.

Afghanistan Online - Offers information on the country's history, culture, geography, and politics. Also includes news, recipes, and biographies.

Holidays - Afghanistan - Lists commonly observed holidays and festivals by date. Includes descriptions of many of them.

Afghan Network Interactive - An excellent source of information about Afghanistan such as geography, flags, and maps.

Time for Kids: No Music, No TV - Explores the changes the Taliban brought to this country when they first took control.

Time for Kids: Tearing Down History in Afghanistan - Describes the Taliban's efforts to destroy all religious statues in the country.

Time for Kids: Why Afghanistan? - Explores how this poor, drought-ridden country became the main target behind U.S. military strikes in retaliation for the Sept. 11 attacks.

Afghanistan - Includes maps, flag, brief history, and information about the nation's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, and military.

CBC4Kids: Behind the News - Tells where Afghanistan is, what its history is, and what's happening in the country today.

Afghanistan - Learn about this country's role in the rivalry between the two superpowers.

Afghanistan - Surviving in the Mountains - Find captivating images of the people and places of this country and learn a little about life in the mountains.

Afghanistan for Kids - See what Afghan people eat and wear, learn about their crafts, and read a story from the Middle East.

Analysis: Who are the Taleban - The BBC explains what this Islamic group is all about.

Ethnic Groups of Afghanistan - Get details on the Hazara, Pashtun, Uzbeks, and Turkmens of the country.

Pashtun - Learn about this cultural group found in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Understanding Afghanistan: Land in Crisis - News, maps, photos, and other information on the country from National Geographic.

Cool Planet: Afghanistan - Includes sections on geography, history, people and culture and Oxfam's involvement there.