Independence Day (Afghanistan)

Independence Day in Afghanistan is a significant public holiday commemorating the signing of the Anglo-Afghan Treaty of 1919, which marked the country’s independence from British rule. As an Islamic state in Central Asia, Afghanistan holds a strategic position between Persia, India, and the Silk Road. The day is celebrated with official speeches and military parades or displays in the capital city of Kabul. The city is adorned with decorations in the colors of the national flag, reflecting the spirit of patriotism and unity among the Afghan people.