[5] The valley borders Afghanistan (Wakhan Corridor or Little Pamir) to the west and northwest, Tajikistan to the north, and Pakistan (Gojal or upper Hunza) to the south.

[8] The protected Marco Polo sheep is only found in the wild around this area.

However, local residents and herders from the area are permitted access.

[citation needed] In March 2017, CCTV-7's Documentary for Military program[12] produced a mini-series covering the numerous border outposts in Chalachigu Valley.

[13] The valley was a significant thoroughfare of the Silk Road during ancient times.