OHE → HEK

Russian Borderline

Aerial views of the Amur Oblast region in Russia, including remote border outposts and small settlements.

Heilongjiang (Amur) River

The massive, meandering river that defines the border, featuring dramatic S-curves and sandbars.

Siberian Taiga

Vast stretches of northern larch and birch forests extending deep into the Russian wilderness.

Blagoveshchensk Skyline

As you descend into Heihe, you can see the dense urban layout of the major Russian city across the water.

Heihe-Blagoveshchensk Bridge

The significant international road bridge connecting the two nations over the frozen or flowing river.

Greater Khingan Mountains

The rugged, rolling terrain of the Daxing'anling range, China's largest primitive forest area.

Nanwenhe Nature Reserve

A glimpse of protected high-latitude wetlands and pristine forest ecosystems.

Snow-Capped Ridges

During the long winter months, the mountain ridges create sharp, high-contrast textures under the snow.

Forestry Clearings

Occasional patterns in the forest showing historical logging trails and small mountain hamlets.