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Mount Ararat

The massive, 5,137m high peak of Turkey's tallest mountain, iconic for its permanent ice cap.

Little Ararat

The sharp, symmetrical volcanic cone sitting adjacent to its larger sibling, creating a stunning double-peak profile.

Anatolian Plateau

Expansive views of the high-altitude, volcanic landscape that defines the Eastern Anatolian region.

Tuzluca Salt Mines

Distinctive white and red geological formations of the salt-rich mountains during the final approach phase.

Black Sea Coastline

Distant views of the deep blue Black Sea and the northern coastal cities during the first half of the flight.

Pontic Mountains

The lush, rugged peaks of the Kaçkar range often visible through breaks in the clouds to the north.

Aras River Valley

A clear view of the winding Aras River which delineates the international border with Armenia as you descend.