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Discover 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, inhabited by China's only Caucasian people, known as Tashkurgan, or simply Taxkorgan County. This place borders Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan, and has been rated by National Geographic as the most impressive county town. It is like a dazzling pearl set upon the Pamir Plateau. Here you can find snow-capped mountains welcoming the wind, fields of sheep and cattle at the Tian Ge pasture, the mysterious and majestic Kunlun mountain range, and the world's roof - the Pamir Plateau, the ancestor of all mountains and the source of many waters. Within the territory of Taxkorgan County, there are four peaks over 8000 meters high, accounting for one-third of such peaks worldwide, presenting a majestic and spectacular sight that is breathtaking. The Karakoram Highway, like a giant dragon, winds through this magical land, with more than 100 peaks over 7000 meters along the way. 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 'Households above the Clouds,' not only draw attention with their unique culture and traditions but also shoulder the important mission of guarding the frontier, closely connected to this land. Let us walk into the snow mountains together, feel their majesty and tranquility, and follow the Karakoram Highway into Taxkorgan County to experience the Tajik people's love and dedication to this land. Follow me to appreciate the different beauties of Xinjiang.