Wakhan National Park

The national park extends across 10,910 square kilometers between the Pamir Mountains and Hindu Kush ranges, featuring high mountain valleys and diverse ecosystems.

The region formed a crucial section of the ancient Silk Road trade route, connecting Central Asia with China through mountain passes crossed by merchants.

The park contains settlements of 15,000 Wakhi and Kyrgyz inhabitants who maintain traditional practices of livestock herding in the high-altitude environment.

Visitors need to obtain Afghan visas and permits in Tajikistan, with access requiring a week-long journey from Kabul or entry through neighboring countries.

The park shelters populations of snow leopards, Marco Polo sheep, brown bears, and wolves across elevations reaching up to 16,000 feet.

GPS coordinates: 36.80000,72.30000

Latest update: April 19, 2025 23:16