Takur Ghar
Takur Ghar is a high mountain located in the Arma Mountains of southeastern Afghanistan. The peak is on the eastern border of the Shah-i-Kot Valley.
| Takur Ghar | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,191 m (10,469 ft) |
| Coordinates | 33°20′32″N 69°12′50″E |
| Naming | |
| Native name | كوۀ تاكر (Pashto) |
| Geography | |
| Location | Southeastern Afghanistan |
| Province | Paktia |
| Parent range | Arma Mountains |
The peak of Takur Ghar was the location of fierce fighting between US Special Operations Forces and al-Qaida terrorists and Taliban fighters during Operation Anaconda in March 2002 as part of the larger US war in Afghanistan. See also Battle of Takur Ghar.[1]
Takur Ghar is featured in the 2010 video game, Medal of Honor.
References
- Naylor, Sean, "Not a Good Day to Die: The Untold Story of Operation Anaconda", Penguin Group (New York), 2005:
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