This photo was taken in the summer of 2003 at Baburs garden in Kabul. This
garden was once the most beautiful landmark in Kabul. It housed over 160 trees
and served as a premier getaway for Afghans.. Unfortunately, this garden was
located at the front lines during the recent factional fighting. Trees were cut
down to be used for fuel and the ancient structures are scarred by countless
bullet holes.Its origins date back more than 500 years to the reign of Emperor
Babur Shah. Babur is still buried here today. The good news is that the US and
other countries have pledged to rebuild this garden to its former glory. The
flowers above are the first bloom that this garden has seen in over 13 years.
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