Topografische kaart Tian Shan

Naam: Topografische kaart Tian Shan, hoogte, reliëf.

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

Gemiddelde hoogte: 6.096 m

Minimale hoogte: 5.160 m

Maximale hoogte: 6.790 m

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.