Kuh-e Kallat, Mountain summit in Khwahan District, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan
Kuh-e Kallat is a summit in the Pamir Mountains of northeastern Afghanistan, rising to roughly 4,090 meters. The peak sits within a landscape of steep slopes and rocky terrain characteristic of this remote high-altitude region.
The summit has long served as a landmark for local communities in the Badakhshan region. It has been an important reference point across generations for the movement and travel patterns of people in this area.
Local inhabitants of Guzun village maintain traditional practices related to mountain life, including specific routes and seasonal movement patterns around Kuh-e Kallat.
Reaching the summit requires proper mountaineering gear and a local guide familiar with the terrain and conditions. Weather at this altitude can shift suddenly any time of year, so careful preparation and timing are essential.
The peak displays geological structures that reflect the tectonic forces responsible for creating the entire Pamir Mountain range. These formations tell a story of mountain building and the slow processes that shaped this landscape over millions of years.
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