IAR → LED

Rybinsk Reservoir

The 'Rybinsk Sea' dominates the view early in the flight, showcasing one of the largest man-made bodies of water in the world.

Northwestern Taiga

Dense, dark green forests and winding northern rivers characteristic of the Leningrad region's wilderness.

Lake Ladoga

Europe's largest freshwater lake appears as an endless horizon of blue just before the aircraft turns toward the city.

Neva River Delta

Breathtaking views of the Neva River winding its way from Ladoga toward the Gulf of Finland as you enter the St. Petersburg metro area.

Yaroslavl Spires

Aerial view of the ancient city's golden domes and the confluence of the Volga and Kotorosl rivers shortly after takeoff.

Central Russian Uplands

A patchwork of agricultural fields and traditional Russian villages stretching across the Yaroslavl and Tver regions.

Tsarskoye Selo

The magnificent Catherine Palace and its surrounding parks in Pushkin are often visible during the final descent into Pulkovo.