PEK → UYN

Beijing Urban Sprawl

Aerial views of the massive Beijing metropolis and the expanding western suburbs during initial ascent.

Taihang Mountains

Rugged peaks and deep canyons marking the edge of the North China Plain.

Loess Plateau Terraces

Intricate and ancient agricultural terracing patterns that look like natural art from the air.

Yellow River Loop

A stunning view of the muddy-brown river as it carves through the landscape at the border of Shanxi and Shaanxi.

Shaanxi Desert Edge

The visual transition from mountainous terrain to the sandy fringes of the Maowusu Desert near Yulin.

The Great Wall

Potential sightings of the stone wall snaking across the high ridges northwest of Beijing.

Ulanqab Wind Farms

Massive arrays of white wind turbines dotting the high-altitude ridges of northern Shanxi.

Datong Basin

Distance views of the historic city of Datong and the surrounding industrial landscape.

Maowusu Sands

Expansive views of the sand dunes and the massive 'Green Great Wall' reforestation projects.