GLACIATION

Due to the dry climate glaciation is not extensive, though, in the past, it occupied a much larger area. 160 glaciers, covering an area of about 40 sq.km., can be found in the Fann, they are mainly located on the northern slopes of mountains. Most of the glaciers are of the valley-type and many extend about 1.5 to 2 kms. The biggest glacier, Imat (3.2 km. long, 3.8 sq.km. in area), lies at the head of the Pasrud valley. The majority of the glaciers are now in recession.