LZO → PEK

Qinling Mountains

The massive mountain range acting as the natural boundary between North and South China, featuring jagged peaks and deep valleys.

Loess Plateau

A vast highland with unique geological features, deep ravines, and intricate terraced agricultural patterns carved into the yellow earth.

Xi'an Outskirts

Aerial views of the historic Wei River valley and the expanding urban sprawl of the ancient capital of Xi'an.

Lüliang Mountains

Rugged mountain scenery in western Shanxi province, characterized by steep slopes and high plateaus.

The Great Wall

Spot sections of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall winding along the ridges as the flight approaches the Beijing municipality.

Jialing River

The winding path of the Jialing River's upper reaches shortly after departing the Sichuan basin.

Yellow River Crossing

A clear view of the silt-laden 'Mother River' of China as it cuts through the landscape near the Shanxi-Shaanxi border.

Taiyuan Basin

The industrial hub of Taiyuan nestled in a long valley, surrounded by the Taihang and Lüliang ranges.

North China Plain

The transition into the flat, highly organized agricultural heartland of China before entering the Beijing air corridor.

Beijing CBD

On clear days during a southern approach to PEK, you can see the CBD skyscrapers and the Olympic site.