KRL → CTU

Taklamakan Desert

A bird's-eye view of the massive, mesmerizing sand dunes of the world's second-largest shifting sand desert.

Altun Mountains

The sharp, rugged ridges that serve as the gateway to the northern Tibetan Plateau.

Qinghai-Tibet Plateau

The vast, desolate beauty of the Roof of the World, featuring high-altitude lakes and frozen landscapes.

Min Mountain Range

Dramatic, steep alpine ridges as the aircraft enters the western edge of Sichuan province.

Mount Gongga

On exceptionally clear days, the 'King of Sichuan' (Minya Konka) is visible on the southern horizon.

Gobi Terrain

Vast stretches of the eastern Tarim Basin and the transition into the Gobi desert.

Qilian Mountains

Distant views of the snow-capped Qilian range stretching along the Hexi Corridor.

Qinghai Lake

On northern-leaning flight paths, the deep blue of China's largest lake is visible in the distance.

Sichuan Foothills

The dramatic transition from high-altitude desert to the dense, green hills of the Sichuan Basin.

Chengdu Urban Spread

The massive urban footprint of the Chengdu metropolitan area during the final descent.