The Hindu Kush Mountains are a mountain range located in Central and South Asia. They stretch from the Hindu Raj range in northern Pakistan to the Pamir Mountains in Tajikistan. The highest peak in the range is Tirich Mir, which stands at 7, 708 meters (25, 289 feet). The Hindu Kush Mountains are an important part of the geography of the region, and have been a major trade route since ancient times.