Raskam

Raskam lies in the upper valley of the Yarkand River, among the mountains north of the Karakoram. The river gathers glacial waters before cutting through deep, dry valleys on its way toward the Tarim Basin. Paths from Raskam lead into neighbouring mountain valleys, including the route toward the Shaksgam. The contrast between icy headwaters and barren slopes marks this remote corridor through the high ranges.