KMG → NYT

Dianchi Lake

Visible shortly after takeoff from Kunming, this massive 'Sparkling Pearl of the Plateau' is bordered by the Western Hills.

Fuxian Lake

One of China's deepest freshwater lakes, appearing as a deep turquoise gem nestled between rugged mountain ridges.

Inle Lake Region

Depending on the specific flight corridor, the high-altitude wetlands and hills of the Shan State are prominent during the mid-flight phase.

Shan Hills

A series of dramatic, green-cloaked mountain ranges that define the borderlands between China and Myanmar.

Terraced Agriculture

Intricate patterns of high-altitude farming visible on the slopes of southern Yunnan and eastern Myanmar.

Kunming Cityscape

A comprehensive view of the 'City of Eternal Spring' and its rapid urban expansion as the plane climbs to cruising altitude.

Salween River (Nu River)

The deep, dramatic gorge of one of Asia's last free-flowing rivers, cutting through the high mountains to the west.

Gaoligong Mountains

Distant views of the high-altitude peaks that form the watershed between the Salween and Irrawaddy rivers.

Naypyidaw Monuments

On the final approach, look for the massive Uppatasanti Pagoda, a golden landmark that dominates the skyline of the capital.

Eight-Lane Boulevards

The unusually wide and empty roads of Naypyidaw are clearly visible from the air, highlighting the city's unique planned layout.