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Karakoram SFAR 2-Map Set

Karakoram on a set of two ridge-type maps at 1:250,000 from the Swiss Foundation for Alpine Research providing an overview of the mountains from Gilgit and the Khunjerab Pass eastwards to the southern point of the Shyok River.The maps show mountain ridges, peaks and valleys in a schematic but fairly clear way. Trekking routes are shown, with settlements along the routes named. Sketch contours appear at intervals of 1220 metres (i.e. 4000 feet) and heights above sea level are given for peaks and passes. The main facilities in larger settlements are marked.The map has latitude and longitude lines at intervals of 30’™ respectively. Map legend is in English. On the reverse is an index listing separately towns/villages/landmark features/camping grounds/forts, peaks, passes, glaciers, rivers and lakes. Also provided is a conversion chart between metres and feet.Current edition of this map was published in 1990.