The geographic and infrastructural relationships surrounding the historic Khyber Pass.

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Internal

Defines the core geographic components of the Khyber Pass region.

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Khyber Basin

The broad valley of the Khyber Basin channels the Indus and serves as the natural route to the _Pass.

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Khyber Ridge

The rugged Khyber Ridge ascends from the Front Range towards the Pass, forming the natural gateway.

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Nearby

Places geographically close to the Khyber Pass that influence culture and access.

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Peshawar

The historic city of Peshawar lies at the western end of the Khyber Gorge, serving as a major cultural and transit hub.

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Jalalabad

The Afghan city of Jalalabad lies downstream from the Khyber and Abbaspur, situated along the Indus and connected by historic routes.

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Water

Major rivers that have carved or run alongside the Khyber Pass.

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Indus River

The Indus flows across the plains originating near Tibet and passing through the Khyber region before reaching the sea.