Good buys include Turkman hats, Kandahar embroidery, Istaff pottery, local glassware from Herat, nomad jewellery, handmade carpets and rugs, Nuristani woodcarving, silkware, brass, copper and the ubiquitous rug.
Shopping hours:
Generally Sat-Wed 0800-1200 and 1300-1630, Thurs 0800-1330.
Note:
Many craft items may only be exported under licence.
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