Empire of Light: Visions and Voices of Afghanistan

Little known and often misunderstood, Afghanistan has for millennia been an extraordinary place where cultures met, ideas blossomed, and creativity took new forms in art, architecture and the lives of its inhabitants.
This exhibition illuminates the country's long history, showing us that Afghanistan is far more than today's headlines: it is a country of rich traditions, deep spiritual expressions, and artistic brilliance.
Ancient cities, sacred sites, precious and rare objects all tell stories of those who have shaped its destiny and legacy.

Empire of Light provides new perspectives on Afghanistan's deep complexity, its vast artistic heritage, and what it means to preserve history for generations to come. Created in partnership with the Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC), the exhibition is a reminder:
Afghanistan is not long ago and far away but a living culture, relentlessly straddling its past and the future.

Source: Exhibition Wall Panel |

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