[1] The Chochiani, Shavtskala and Mashavera rivers originate in the range.

[1] It contains shield-shaped craterless volcanoes, with a wide base and a small relative height.

[2] The highest peak is Achkasar, at an elevation of 3196 m (10485 ft) above sea level.

Other notable peaks include Leyli (3156), Yemlikli (3054), Garanlig (3039), Aghrigar (2973) and Shambiani (2923).

[citation needed] The range is mainly covered with alpine meadows and grasslands.