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Explore the Pamir Plateau China's only county with a Caucasian population On the Pamir Plateau, there is a county town with an average altitude of over 4000 meters, where China's only Caucasian population resides. It is called Tashkurgan, often referred to simply as Taxkorgan County. This place borders Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan, and has been rated by National Geographic as the most extraordinary county town. It is like a dazzling pearl set upon the Pamir Plateau. Here, you can find snow-capped mountains welcoming the wind, herds of cattle and sheep on the Tian Ge pasture, the mysterious and majestic Kunlun mountain range, and the world's rooftop, the Pamir Plateau, which is the ancestor of all mountains and the source of all rivers. Within the territory of Taxkorgan County, there are 4 peaks over 8000 meters high, accounting for one-third of such peaks worldwide, and their majestic and spectacular sights are breathtaking. The Karakoram Highway, like a giant dragon, winds through this magical land, with over 100 snow-capped mountains along the way that are more than 7000 meters high. Glacial meltwater nourishes the lush grasslands, creating a paradise for wildlife and providing pastures essential for the survival of nomadic peoples. The Tajik people, known as the 'People above the Clouds,' not only draw attention with their unique culture and traditions but also carry the important mission of guarding the frontier, closely connected to this land. Let us walk into the snow mountains together to feel their majesty and tranquility, and follow the Karakoram Highway into Taxkorgan County to experience the Tajik people's love and commitment to this land. Follow me to discover the unique beauty of Xinjiang.