Thursday, August 29, 2024

Nomads, Kabul, and the Khyber Pass

 We drove south-east from #Herat, stopping to visit a camp of #Kochi nomads, who exuded pride and independence. I approached one tent, where a man sat next to his two children. I asked using sign language if I could take a photo. He nodded, reached back and took out his rifle which he placed on his shoulder. After #Kabul, we headed for the #KhyberPass, but were not allowed to cross at night. To dangerous! 

Kochi nomad.
Kochi children.
Dromedary and a Kochi tent.
A typical black goat hair tent.
Proud Kochi nomad
Kabul
The Khyber Pass

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