HDM → MHD

Alborz Mountain Range

Continuous views of the rugged southern foothills that separate the Iranian plateau from the Caspian Sea.

Mount Damavand

On clear days, the snow-capped volcanic cone of Iran's highest peak is visible in the distance to the north.

Tehran Northern Suburbs

A distant view of the sprawling capital's northern edge nestled against the mountains.

Semnan and Sabzevar

Aerial perspectives of ancient gateway cities located along the northern edge of the central desert.

Binalud Mountains

The final majestic peaks to the north as the aircraft begins its descent into the Mashhad basin.

Dasht-e Kavir

Views of the vast, desolate beauty of the Great Salt Desert stretching toward the horizon.

Crystalline Salt Flats

Shimmering white patches and unique geological salt crust formations visible within the desert basin.

Khorasan Agricultural Plots

Intricate patterns of irrigated farmland and circular fields appearing during the descent into Mashhad.

The Historic Silk Road

The modern highway following the ancient trade route connecting East and West through the desert corridor.