DNH → URC

Kumtag Desert

Witness the vast, rolling golden sand dunes of the Kumtag, which borders the city of Dunhuang and stretches toward the horizon.

Flaming Mountains

The iconic red sandstone ridges of the Huoyanshan appear as shimmering waves of heat and color against the desert floor.

Turpan Depression

Look down into the Aiding Lake area, the lowest point in China, characterized by white salt crusts and stark, arid basins.

Turpan Oasis

Spot the sudden patches of lush green vineyards and the ancient Karez irrigation wells visible as strings of dots from above.

Bogda Peak

The majestic, snow-covered summit of Bogda Shan stands at 5,445m and serves as a spectacular landmark during the approach to Urumqi.

Dabancheng Wind Farm

View thousands of wind turbines lined up in the Dabancheng mountain pass, a major clean energy hub between the mountains.

Eastern Tianshan Range

Continuous views of the rugged, high-altitude peaks that separate the northern and southern parts of Xinjiang.

Hami Basin

A bird's-eye view of the Hami region, showing the stark contrast between fertile oases and the surrounding stony Gobi desert.