Pamir Mountains

Located in Central Asia, the Pamir Mountains are formed by the junction of the Tian Shan, Karakoram, Kunlun, and Hindu Kush ranges. They are among the world's highest mountains. They are also known by the Chinese name of Congling.

Related Topics:
Central Asia - Tian Shan - Karakoram - Kunlun - Hindu Kush - Mountain

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The Pamir region is centered in the Tajikistani region of Gorno-Badakhshan. Parts of the Pamir also lie in the countries of Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. South of Gorno-Badakhshan, the Wakhan Corridor runs through the Pamir region, which also includes the northern extremes of the North-West Frontier Province and the northern extremes of the Northern Areas of Pakistan.

Related Topics:
Tajikistan - Gorno-Badakhshan - Kyrgyzstan - Afghanistan - Pakistan - Wakhan Corridor - North-West Frontier Province - Northern Areas of Pakistan

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