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Altun Shan

Altun Shan, also called Altyn Tagh, lies along the southeastern Tarim margin and northwestern side of the Qaidam region. It forms part of the complex northern Tibetan mountain framework.

Fast Facts

  • The Tarim Basin lies northwest of much of the range.
  • The Qaidam Basin lies to the southeast.
  • The Altyn Tagh fault is an important strike-slip structure.
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