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Karakash River, Mountain river in Xinjiang, China.

The Karakash River flows through 740 kilometers of terrain, from high mountain peaks to the Tarim Basin in northwestern China.

The river valley functioned as a trade route connecting Yarkand and Leh, facilitating commerce between different regions across the Karakoram Pass.

Local communities along the river collect nephrite jade deposits, which they transform into decorative objects and traditional artifacts.

Travelers need specific permits to visit the river area due to its location near national borders and administrative regulations.

The water carries white and green jade pieces from mountain deposits, creating natural mineral deposits along its course.

Location: Xinjiang

GPS coordinates: 38.08536,80.55951

Latest update: July 4, 2025 01:26

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435.4 km Tarim Basin
China

Tarim Basin

420.4 km Broad Peak
China

Broad Peak

436 km Gasherbrum
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Gasherbrum

432.6 km Gasherbrum II
China

Gasherbrum II

433.5 km Id Kah Mosque
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Id Kah Mosque

425.8 km Central Karakoram National Park
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415.5 km Mamostong Kangri
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422.3 km Teram Kangri
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417 km Dandan Oilik
China

Dandan Oilik

56.8 km Skyang Kangri
Pakistan

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428.9 km Broad Peak Central
Pakistan

Broad Peak Central

435.6 km Hotan Cultural Museum
China

Hotan Cultural Museum

122.7 km Rawak Stupa
China

Rawak Stupa

89.4 km Endere
China

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289.9 km Xiaohaizi Shuiku
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Xiaohaizi Shuiku

238.9 km Melikawat
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Melikawat

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425 km Altyn Mosque
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291.2 km Vigne Glacier
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435.6 km Urdok Kangri
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Urdok Kangri

431.8 km Gasherbrum II East
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Gasherbrum II East

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