Shaluli Mountains

mountains, China

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The Shaluli Mountains are a mountain range in western Sichuan province, China, forming part of the Daxue Mountains. These rugged mountains were created by geological folding processes over millions of years and are characterized by metamorphic rocks and granite intrusions. The highest peak in the broader Daxue Mountains system is Mount Gongga, reaching 7,556 meters (24,790 feet). The Shaluli Mountains themselves are known for elevations exceeding 6,100 meters (20,000 feet) and are permanently snow-covered. The region experiences varied vegetation based on elevation, from forests to alpine pastures, with limited cultivated land in river valleys. The area is inhabited by Tibetans and Chinese people.1

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