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Skopje Cityscape

A clear view of the North Macedonian capital and the Vardar River winding through the valley.

Rhodope Mountains

A vast expanse of rolling green peaks and deep river gorges spanning the border between Greece and Bulgaria.

Sea of Marmara

Vast numbers of cargo ships and tankers anchored in the turquoise waters awaiting entry to the Bosphorus.

Istanbul Urban Sprawl

The massive scale of Europe's largest city is most evident from this side during the standard western approach.

Istanbul Airport Terminal

A great view of the world's largest terminal building under one roof as the plane maneuvers for landing.

Shar Mountains

Dramatic jagged peaks and glacial lakes along the border of Kosovo and North Macedonia visible shortly after takeoff.

Rila National Park

Views of the highest mountain range in the Balkans, including the distant Musala peak in Bulgaria.

Plovdiv

Look for one of the world's oldest cities as the flight path crosses central Bulgaria towards the Turkish border.

Black Sea Horizon

On clear days, the distant blue line of the Black Sea appears to the north as you approach the Thracian plains.