Pamir Plateau

The Pamir Plateau is located at the intersection of southwestern Xinjiang, southeastern Tajikistan, and northeastern Afghanistan in China. It was formerly known as the "Congling Mountains" and is the roof of the Asian continent. It is not only a necessary stop on the Silk Road, but also the location of K2, the world's second highest peak. The Pamir Plateau is famous for its magnificent snow capped mountains and glaciers, deep plateau lakes, unique Tajik ethnic customs, and important border ports.

Main mountain ranges
Kunlun Mountains: extend southeast from the Pamir Plateau.
The Karakoram Mountains: Extending southeast, it has the world's second highest peak K2 (8611 meters above sea level).
The Hindu Kush Mountains extend southwest into Afghanistan.

Natural landscape
Snow Mountain Glacier
The Pamir Plateau has numerous snow capped mountains with an altitude of over 7000 meters and widespread glaciers, making it a popular destination for mountain climbing and glacier hiking.
Plateau lakes
In addition to Lake Karakul, there are also Baisha Lake (Blenkou Reservoir), Bandair Blue Lake, etc. The lake water presents a unique color due to its mineral content and light refraction.
Canyon and valley
The Gezi Gorge and Tashkurgan River Valley are important passages into the Pamir Plateau, with steep mountains on both sides and fast flowing water in the valleys.

Ethnic customs
Tajik ethnic group
Ethnicity: The only European ethnic group in China, with fair skin, a high nose bridge, and deep eyes.
Culture: Taking eagles as totems, it is known as the "nation of eagles". Eagle flute (made of eagle wing bones) and eagle dance are national intangible cultural heritage.
Folklore: Tajik weddings are very grand and usually last for several days. During this period, activities such as carrying sheep and horse racing will be held. If it is timely, it is a good opportunity for in-depth experience.
Faith: Adhering to the Shia (Ismaili) sect of Islam, with a relatively relaxed religious atmosphere.
Kyrgyz ethnic group
In the Kizilsu Kirghiz Autonomous Prefecture on the northern edge of the Pamir Plateau, the Kirghiz ethnic group mainly resides and makes a living through nomadic activities, possessing rich oral literature such as the epic poem "Manas".