The road to Tuzanchi in the Pamir Mountains will take your breath away

Tuzanchi is an international high mountain peak with an elevation of 4.893m (16,053ft) above sea level, situated on the border between China and Tajikistan.

Tuzanchi

Where is Tuzanchi?

The peak is located on the border between the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region of Tajikistan and the Xinjiang Autonomous Region of China.

Is the road to Tuzanchi unpaved?

A military road on the Chinese side leads to the summit. It is totally unpaved. A 4x4 vehicle is required. The drive is very defiant, featuring 23 hairpin turns. On the Tajik side, there is no road to the top.

How long is the road to Tuzanchi in the Pamir Mountains?

Starting from Heiyeke, the road is 17.7 km (10.99 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 1164 m. The average gradient is 6.67%.

Is the road to Tuzanchi in the Pamir Mountains open year-round?

Set high in the Pamir Mountains, the road is totally impassable in winters.

 

 

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