How to drive the paved Road A371 through Pereval Taunmurun

A371 is a high mountain road located in the southern part of Kyrgyzstan, running from Sary-Tash to the border with China at Irkeshtam Pass.

Road A371

Is the Road A371 paved?

The road is totally paved since 2007. It’s in good condition but virtually with no traffic. It runs through a desolate and wild landscape.

How long is the Road A371?

The road is 72.7 km (45.17 miles) long, running east-west from Sary-Tash to the border with China at Irkeshtam Pass. Along the way, the road runs through the villages of Nura and Erkeshtam, also Irkeshtam or Erkech-Tam. On the Chinese side, the S309 provincial road continues to the city of Kashgar.

Is the Road A371 open year-round?

Set high in the Alay Mountains, the roads tops out at 3.545m (11,630ft) above sea level by Pereval Taunmurun. It’s usually open year-round but short time closures are common in winters due to snowfalls.
Pic: 小西天

 

 

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