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Mount Ararat

Depending on departure path, catch a glimpse of Turkey's highest peak towering in the distance.

Palandöken Mountains

Fly over the high-altitude ridges surrounding Erzurum, known for their world-class ski slopes.

Kızılırmak River

The 'Red River' snaking through the landscape with its distinctive clay-colored water.

Elmadağ

The prominent mountain landmark that signals the final approach into the Ankara basin.

Northern Ankara Urbanization

Views of the industrial and rapidly developing northern residential districts of the city.

Munzur Mountains

View the jagged, snow-capped limestone peaks of the Munzur range in Tunceli.

Keban Dam Reservoir

One of Turkey's largest man-made lakes, appearing as a deep blue turquoise expanse.

Euphrates River

Watch the historic Fırat River winding its way through deep canyons and valleys.

Central Anatolian Steppe

A transition into the golden and brown hues of the vast highland plains.

Southern Ankara

The dense urban sprawl and landmarks of the capital appear during the descent.