DYU → MRV

Hissar Valley

Dramatic views of the valley surrounding Dushanbe and the southern foothills of the Gissar range immediately after takeoff.

Amu Darya River

The winding silver ribbon of Central Asia's most famous river marking the landscape below.

Southern Caspian Sea

A vast crossing over the world's largest inland body of water, often showing cargo ships and offshore platforms.

Greater Caucasus Range

A continuous wall of snow-capped peaks stretching along the horizon as the plane enters Russian airspace.

Mount Elbrus

The majestic twin-peaked volcano and highest point in Europe, clearly visible to the south during the descent into MRV.

Fann Mountains

Rugged, jagged peaks of the western Pamir-Alay system visible to the north shortly after departure.

Kyzylkum Desert

Intricate wind-swept sand patterns and desolate desert landscapes across Uzbekistan.

Makhachkala Coastline

Where the dry Dagestan plains meet the turquoise waters of the Caspian Sea near the city of Makhachkala.

Stavropol Steppes

The geometric patchwork of Russia's southern agricultural heartland during the final approach.