Iranian plateau topographic map
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Iranian plateau
The Northwestern Iranian plateau, where the Pontic and Taurus Mountains converge, is rugged country with higher elevations, a more severe climate, and greater precipitation than are found on the Anatolian Plateau. The region is known as the Anti-Taurus, and the average elevation of its peaks exceeds 3,000 m. Mount Ararat, at 5,137 meters (16,854 ft) the highest point in Turkey, is located in the Anti-Taurus. Lake Van is situated in the mountains at an elevation of 1,546 meters (5,072 ft).
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Name: Iranian plateau topographic map, elevation, terrain.
Average elevation: 1,061 m
Minimum elevation: 883 m
Maximum elevation: 1,227 m