Deshat ( 'Deshati'; mk, Dešat or Дешат) is a
massif situated in the
Korab mountain range, on the border between
Albania and
North Macedonia. Positioned at the southeastern tip of the range, it is bounded by the
Dibër basin to the south (known as Gryka e Radikës), Banja stream valley to the north,
Black Drin valley to the west, and Radikë valley (the right branch of the Black Drin) to the east.
The Deshat watershed serves as a dividing line between both countries. The larger section of the massif is located within Albania proper, including the two highest peaks, ''Velivar'' and ''Kërçinë'' .
Geology
Composed predominantly of
flysch and partially of
Mesozoic limestone, the massif presents a rugged structure with a combination of scaly and blocky formations. It has an elongated shape, aligned in a nearly north-south orientation, featuring a relatively gentle relief. Its two prominent peaks showcase typical dome-like shapes. The slopes of the mountain bear the marks of glacial
cirque
A (; from the Latin word ') is an amphitheatre-like valley formed by glacial erosion. Alternative names for this landform are corrie (from Scottish Gaelic , meaning a pot or cauldron) and (; ). A cirque may also be a similarly shaped landform ...
s, particularly on the eastern side.
Biodiversity
Vegetation on Deshat varies with altitude, encompassing oak forests from , with beech forests extending up to , and lush alpine meadows rising above . Additionally, sulfur deposits can be found at the foothills of Kërçinë, in the area known as Kërçisht.
See also
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List of mountains in Albania
With an average elevation of above sea level, Albania is one of the most mountainous countries in the world. It has a mountainous terrain that covers more than 70% of its total territory. There are many peaks reaching heights of more than .
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References
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Mountains of Albania
Two-thousanders of Albania
Korab