evidence: A Journey Through the Wakhan Corridor [...] Nestled between the formidable peaks of the Pamir mountain range lies an ancient trade route—the Wakhan corridor. This little-known pass, strategically situated between the Silk Road centers of China, India, and the ancient Iranian civilization of Bactria, was once an important artery of regional trade. A single, narrow road cuts through glacier-carved valleys and hugs the frigid waters of the Wakhan River, which flow westward to join the Pamir River. [...] In this remote corner of the world, where ancient history and contemporary geopolitics intertwine, the Wakhan corridor remains a witness to the passage of time and story of the enduring spirit of its inhabitants.