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Bagram to Kalam

Updated: March 14, 2024 09:57 AM
Kalam

Bagram to Kalam: Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official languages of Afghanistan are Dari and Pashto. However, English is widely spoken in major cities like Kabul, Bagram, and Kandahar. In Kalam, the local language is Kalam Kohistani, but Urdu and English are also spoken.

Currency

The official currency of Afghanistan is the Afghan afghani (AFN). In Kalam, the Pakistani rupee (PKR) is more commonly used.

Distance

The distance between Bagram and Kalam is approximately 350 kilometers (217 miles).

How to Reach

There are no direct flights between Bagram and Kalam. However, you can take a flight from Bagram to Islamabad, and then take a bus or taxi to Kalam.

Another option is to take a bus from Bagram to Peshawar, and then take another bus to Kalam.

Expenses

The cost of a bus ticket from Bagram to Islamabad is approximately $20. The cost of a bus ticket from Islamabad to Kalam is approximately $10.

The cost of a taxi from Islamabad to Kalam is approximately $50.

The cost of a hotel room in Kalam ranges from $10 to $50 per night.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Kalam is during the spring or autumn months, when the weather is mild and pleasant.

What to Eat

Kalam is famous for its trout fishing, and there are many restaurants in the town that serve fresh trout dishes.

Other local dishes include:

  • Chapali kebab
  • Mantu
  • Qabuli palaw

Where to Go

Kalam is a beautiful town located in the Swat Valley. There are many things to see and do in the area, including:

  • Visiting the Kalam Valley
  • Hiking to the Malika Parbat
  • Visiting the Malam Jabba Ski Resort
  • Going fishing in the Swat River

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Bagram to Kalam:

  1. How long does it take to get from Bagram to Kalam?
  2. The journey takes approximately 12 hours by bus.
  3. Is it safe to travel from Bagram to Kalam?
  4. The security situation in the Swat Valley has improved in recent years, but it is still important to be aware of your surroundings and take precautions.
  5. What is the best way to get around Kalam?
  6. The best way to get around Kalam is by taxi or rickshaw.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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