Tian Shan topographic map

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Tian Shan

Continuous permafrost is typically found in the Tian Shan starting at the elevation of about 3,500-3,700 m above the sea level. Discontinuous alpine permafrost usually occurs down to 2,700-3,300 m, but in certain locations, due to the peculiarity of the aspect and the microclimate, it can be found at elevations as low as 2,000 m.

About this map

Name: Tian Shan topographic map, elevation, terrain.

Location: Tian Shan, Wensu County, Aksu Prefecture, Xinjiang, China (42.03089 80.20056 42.03099 80.20066)

Average elevation: 6,096 m

Minimum elevation: 5,160 m

Maximum elevation: 6,790 m