Paropamisus Mountains

The highlands south of Maymana are divided by ridges and valleys at the eastern end of the Paropamisus. The upper branches of the Murghab rise in this mountain country before joining the river that flows toward the Merv oasis. Valleys such as Chiras reach into the heights, while the northern slopes descend toward the plains of Guzgan. The bare summits and confined river valleys make travel between the northern settlements and Ghor dependent on mountain routes.