The district is known for its pleasant climate, including hilly vegetation, streams, and orchards.
[1] The district was a popular retreat for Kabul residents until an increase in ISAF-Taliban violence in the late 2000s.
[3]: 10 On 17 November 2009, Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) assisted by NATO International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), raided a compound killing five people.
Wardak provincial officials stated that at least four of the people killed were militants.
[4] As of 2009, Sayadabad is one of the districts participating in the Afghan Public Protection Force program.