Baghlan Plain. Baghlan Province.

2000
In 1950 road builders diverting the Mazar highway in order to avoid a steep pass at Surkh Kotal (Red Pass), 18.5 km. north of Pul-i-Khumri, unearthed some stone blocks bearing curious markings. Responsible, prompt reporting of this find led to the discovery of one of Afghanistan's most significant archaeological sites.
Photo: Robert Kluyver

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2000<br />
In 1950 road builders diverting the Mazar highway in order to avoid a steep pass at Surkh Kotal (Red Pass), 18.5 km. north of Pul-i-Khumri, unearthed some stone blocks bearing curious markings. Responsible, prompt reporting of this find led to the discovery of one of Afghanistan's most significant archaeological sites. <br />
Photo: Robert Kluyver