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Longmen Mountains

The steep eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau rising sharply from the Sichuan Basin shortly after takeoff.

Min Mountains

Distant snow-capped peaks visible to the northwest during the initial climb out of Chengdu.

Qinling Range

The massive geographical divider between North and South China, featuring rugged peaks and deep valleys.

Loess Plateau

Unique eroded landscapes and terraced hillsides characteristic of northern Shaanxi and Shanxi provinces.

Taihang Mountains

The dramatic cliff-like eastern edge of the plateau visible during the descent into the Shijiazhuang plains.

Sichuan Basin

A dense patchwork of agricultural fields and rural towns that characterize the fertile heart of Sichuan.

Xi'an Urban Area

The sprawling ancient capital and the Wei River valley are often visible mid-flight depending on the specific airway.

Yellow River

Views of the 'Mother River' as it snakes through the silty landscapes of the central plains.

Taiyuan Basin

Industrial and urban clusters of Shanxi province visible before crossing the final mountain barriers.

North China Plain

The vast, flat expanse of Hebei province opening up during the final approach into Shijiazhuang.