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Why Mountain Passes Become Cultural and Economic Gateways

Quick fact

The Khyber Pass, a narrow gap in the Hindu Kush mountains, has been a vital trade and invasion route for over 3,000 years, connecting Central and South Asia.

Why this is interesting

Have you ever wondered why some mountain towns become bustling trade hubs while others remain isolated? What makes a simple gap in the mountains so special?