Ancient site discovered in Torkham’s Omari camp area

The Directorate of Information and Culture of Nangarhar Province has confirmed the discovery of an ancient and historically significant site within the Omari Camp area, near Torkham, close to the Afghanistan-Pakistan border.

According to Zabihullah Noorani, Head of the Nangarhar Directorate of Information and Culture, cultural affairs officials identified the site during a recent survey.

The location, situated at an elevation of 597 meters above sea level, has been precisely mapped using satellite coordinates.

Preliminary findings suggest that the site contains archaeological remnants from both the Kushan and Mughal (Babur) periods, indicating its historical importance.

Local residents have also pointed to a nearby hill on the eastern side of the site, where remnants of a tower and multiple rooms are visible.

While some speculate that these may be from the Soviet era, experts suggest—based on materials and architectural analysis—that these structures are likely from the Babur era of the Mughal dynasty.

Officials emphasized that the site holds considerable archaeological value. To ensure proper documentation and preservation, a professional team from the Department of Archaeology will conduct an in-depth survey.

Following this, the site will be officially registered in the Ministry of Information and Culture’s national database of historical sites.

The Ministry of Information and Culture has pledged continued efforts to protect Afghanistan’s rich cultural heritage and further investigate this newly identified archaeological site.