CTU → KHN

Longquan Ridge

Visible shortly after takeoff from CTU, this north-south mountain range separates the Chengdu Plain from the hilly terrain of the eastern basin.

Daba Mountains

Rugged and often snow-capped peaks in winter, representing the transition between the Sichuan Basin and central China.

Three Gorges Dam

Approximately mid-flight, look north for a view of the world's largest hydroelectric project and the massive reservoir behind it.

Yangtze River Gorges

Spectacular views of the winding river cutting through narrow limestone cliffs as it flows toward the Hubei plains.

Wuhan Metropolitan Area

The sprawling urban landscape of the three towns of Wuhan and the confluence of the Han and Yangtze rivers.

Enshi Karst Topography

The southern part of the route passes over the stunning limestone canyons and sinkholes of the Enshi Grand Canyon area.

Jianghan Plain

A vast, fertile expanse in Hubei characterized by a dense network of canals and agricultural patterns.

Poyang Lake

As you descend into Nanchang, China's largest freshwater lake is visible to the east, looking like a massive inland sea.

Nanchang City Center

Excellent views of the Gan River and the historic Tengwang Pavilion amidst the modern high-rises on approach.

Sichuan Basin Mosaic

A birds-eye view of the unique 'terraced' farming and rural settlements that define the eastern Sichuan landscape.