DOH → EBL

Doha Skyline

Dramatic views of the West Bay skyscrapers and the man-made Pearl-Qatar island shortly after takeoff.

Tigris River

The winding, ancient river that defines the Fertile Crescent is frequently visible on this side.

Samarra Landmarks

Opportunity to spot the famous Malwiya Spiral Minaret if the flight path tracks slightly east.

Zagros Mountains

As the plane approaches Erbil, the snow-capped peaks of the Zagros range dominate the horizon.

Erbil Citadel

The UNESCO World Heritage site and the circular city layout are often visible during the final descent.

Persian Gulf Coast

Aerial views of the turquoise waters along the western edge of the Gulf.

Mesopotamian Desert

Vast stretches of the Syrian and Arabian deserts showing unique geological patterns.

Lake Tharthar

One of Iraq's largest lakes, appearing as a deep blue oasis amidst the arid landscape.

West Baghdad

A distant view of the Iraqi capital's expansion and the western banks of the Euphrates.