Mapa topográfico Tian Shan

Nome: Mapa topográfico Tian Shan, altitude, relevo.

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

Altitude média: 6096 m

Altitude mínima: 5160 m

Altitude máxima: 6790 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.