About Peshawar
Peshawar's ancient bazaars preserve Khyber Pass trade routes—the old city's lanes overflow with Pashtun merchants, Afghan traders, and nomadic peoples. The Peshawar Museum contains Gandhara Buddhist sculptures; centuries of Silk Road commerce echo in the bazaar's architecture and merchandise. The city remains culturally rich despite security concerns.
Country
Pakistan
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
PKR
Language
Urdu, Pashto, English
Things to do in Peshawar
Walking the historic bazaars (Chowk Yadgar, Qissakhwani) for spices and silks
Visiting Peshawar Museum's Gandhara Buddhist sculpture collection
Trekking to Khyber Pass viewpoint (requires security clearance) overlooking Afghanistan
Eating Afghan and Pashtun cuisine—kebabs, bolani, and peshawari naan
Shopping for gemstones and lapis lazuli in the gem and spice bazaars
Attending Friday camel auctions (Peshawar Camel Market) outside city centre
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