Editing Line of Control (section)

=== Terrain ===
The LoC from [[Kargil district|Kargil]] to [[Gurez]] comprises mountain passes and valleys with small streams and rivers.{{Sfn|Durrani|2001|p=27}} The area up to around {{convert|14,000|ft}} is wooded while the peaks rise higher.{{Sfn|Durrani|2001|p=27}} Winter is snowy while summers are mild. From Gurez to [[Akhnoor]], the area is mountainous and hilly respectively and is generally forested. There are tracks and minor roads connecting settlements.{{Sfn|Durrani|2001|p=27}} The mix of flora and elevation affects visibility and [[Sightline|line of sight]] significantly.{{Sfn|Durrani|2001|p=39}}