Wakhan Corridor and Pamir Mountains - Afghanistan (Drone)

Discover the Wakhan Corridor and Panj River and Pamir Mountains before you travel to the area in Afghanistan. Information About The Wakhan Corridor Before Travel: The Wakhan Corridor is simply a remote area of land that is located in the North East part of Afghanistan. It borders several different countries, which include China, Pakistan and Tajikistan. The strip or territory known as the ‘Wakhan Corridor’, is situated between the Pamir Mountains, in the North and Karakoram range to the South. which provide beautiful backdrops to the area. The Corridor, is located in part of Afghanistan, which is known as the Badakhshan Province. Known by many locals as the “roof of the world”, the Corridor has know become a popular destination for many explorers. What Is The Length Of The Wakhan Corridor: The length of the Wakhan Corridor, is approximately 218 Miles (350 Kilometers) long. What Is The Width: The width of the Wakhan Corridor, ranges between 7 Miles (13 Kilometers) and 40 Miles (65 Miles) at its widest point. Travelling to the Wakhan Corridor is not easy and you really need to do your research before attempting to travel there. You will require several different visas and inform different authorities about your travel. Wakhan Corridor History: The history of the ‘Wakhan’, dates back many centuries and the area was not always closed as it is today. The area was always a an integral place at which countries met but in 1873, an agreement was reached that meant that the Panj and Pamir Rivers created a border between Afghanistan and the Russian Empire. However, in 1949 the borders were closed restricting movement between countries. Learn More Travel Tips and Advice: Before Travel, is designed to provide you with useful travel tips and advice on a large number of travel destinations worldwide. Each travel video, is created to answer frequently asked questions regarding travelling to specific countries, cities, attractions and airports, which will hopefully provide you with the travel essentials you need. FREE Alerts Service: Facebook: