📜 The OMAR Mine Museum in Kabul, Afghanistan, was founded in 1994 by OMAR (Organization for Mine Clearance and Afghan Rehabilitation). 🔍 It aims to educate visitors about the impact of war and the dangers of landmines, displaying 51 of 53 types of landmines used in Afghanistan and other military hardware. # Why Go 💣 Learn about landmines, cluster bombs, rockets, and unexploded ordnance. ✈️ See a collection of Soviet military aircraft, including helicopter gunships and MiG fighters. 💡 Educates school groups on detecting and avoiding unexploded ordnance. 🎗️ Honors bravery of those who died removing landmines. # Why Avoid 🚫 Not open for casual visitors, appointment required through main OMAR office due to security reasons. ⚠️ Museum was seriously damaged in a July 1, 2019 attack. # Tips 📸 Photography incurs a hefty charge of around $20. 📞 Arrange appointments through the main OMAR office in Kabul. # Cost 💰 Photography charge around $20.
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