Ледник Ванчях переименовали в Ледник Таджикистана
Название «Ледник Ванчях» изменено на «Ледник Таджикистана». Об этом говорится в постановлении Правительства Республики Таджикистан «О переименовании “Ледника Ванчях” в “Ледник Таджикистана”», подписанном 3 июня 2026 года, сообщает НИАТ «Ховар». Ледник, получивший новое название, считается крупнейшим не только в Таджикистане, но и во всём мире за пределами полярных регионов. Его длина составляет 77 километров, а площадь — около 700 квадратных километров. Среди ледников Евразий
The Tajik government has officially renamed the Vanchyah Glacier to the "Glacier of Tajikistan" following a decree signed in June 2026. Spanning approximately 700 square kilometers with a length of 77 kilometers, this massive ice formation is recognized as one of the largest non-polar glaciers globally. The site is a critical component of the Pamir mountain range and serves as a vital freshwater reservoir for Central Asia. Recent scientific efforts, including a collaborative expedition between Tajikistan, Germany, and France, have established an autonomous monitoring system on the glacier. These stations provide real-time data to help researchers better understand climate-driven melting patterns and their long-term impact on regional water security. This renaming marks the latest shift in the country's ongoing initiative to update the nomenclature of its significant geographical landmarks.
The renaming highlights the glacier's strategic importance as a primary water source and a key site for international climate research in Central Asia.
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