🛇 Khyber Pass
Afghanistan · Asia · 34.11°N, 71.11°E
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The Khyber Pass is a mountain pass in the Khyber District of the Pakistani province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, along the international border with Afghanistan. It connects the town of Landi Kotal to the Valley of Peshawar at Jamrud by traversing part of the White Mountains. Since it was part of the ancient Silk Road, it has been a vital trade route between Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent and a strategic military choke point for various states that controlled it. The Khyber Pass is considered one of the most famous mountain passes in the world.
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Quick facts
| Country | Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| Continent / region | Asia |
| Coordinates (approx.) | 34.11°N, 71.11°E · view on map |
Khyber Pass is located in Afghanistan, in Asia.
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Anjuman Pass · Band-e Hindukush · Broghil Pass · Dorah Pass · Gomal Pass · Hajigak Pass · Irshad Pass · Kalandar Pass · Khawak Pass · Khora Bhurt Pass.
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