JIC → XIY

Qilian Mountains

A magnificent panoramic view of the snow-capped Qilian range running parallel to the flight path.

Shandan Grasslands

The high-altitude pastures and historic horse farming regions near the mountain foothills.

Liupan Mountains

Dense forest clusters and ridges of the Liupan range as the aircraft enters Shaanxi.

Wei River Valley

The fertile cradle of Chinese civilization unfolding as you approach the destination.

Badain Jaran Edges

Distant views of the golden sands of the Badain Jaran Desert shortly after takeoff.

Yellow River Crossings

Aerial view of the Yellow River as it snakes through the arid landscapes of Ningxia.

Yinchuan Basin

The green, irrigated agricultural zones of the Yinchuan plain visible to the north.

Loess Terrace Patterns

Unique agricultural terracing and erosion patterns characteristic of the Loess Plateau.

Xi'an Northern Suburbs

The sprawling urban development of the northern Guanzhong Plain during descent.