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8.4

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for China's largest freshwater lake, Poyang Lake, and the scenic mountain ranges of Jiangxi and Anhui provinces before descending into the Yangtze River Delta.

Right Side Highlights
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Poyang Lake

China's largest freshwater lake; look for the seasonal changes in water levels and the complex wetland ecosystems.

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Lushan Mountain Range

The UNESCO World Heritage site known for its spiritual significance and dramatic cliffs near the city of Jiujiang.

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Mount Jiuhua

View of the sacred Buddhist peaks in Anhui, recognizable by their sharp ridges and surrounding lush forests.

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Yangtze River Traffic

A clear view of the heavy maritime traffic, with hundreds of cargo ships navigating the main artery of Chinese commerce.

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Runyang Bridge

The massive suspension bridge complex connecting Zhenjiang and Yangzhou, visible during the final approach phase.

Book a window seat on the right for morning flights to get the best illumination of Poyang Lake. Watch closely about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the transition from the mountains of Jiangxi to the flat plains of the delta.

Left Side Highlights
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Changsha Urban Sprawl

Aerial view of the Xiang River and the dense skyscrapers of Changsha's central business district shortly after takeoff.

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Mufu Mountains

The rugged green peaks marking the border between Hunan and Hubei provinces, often covered in morning mist.

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Yangtze River Crossings

Bird's-eye views of several major bridge engineering marvels connecting Anqing and Hefei regions.

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Nanjing Cityscape

Vistas of the Purple Mountain and the historic city of Nanjing as the plane enters the lower Yangtze region.

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Jiangsu Water Country

The intricate network of canals, ponds, and rice paddies that define the agricultural landscape of Yangzhou.

Sit towards the front of the aircraft for an unobstructed view of the Nanjing skyline. During afternoon flights, this side is preferred to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun reflecting off the water surfaces below.

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Route Information

Distance: 790 km (491 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min

Departure: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)

Arrival: YTY (32.5634, 119.7198)

Route Type: Domestic

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