SCO → MRV

Caspian Sea Coastline

Aerial views of the rugged limestone cliffs and white desert sands of the Mangyshlak Peninsula meeting the turquoise Caspian waters.

Greater Caucasus Range

As the plane approaches Russia, the horizon is dominated by the massive, snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains to the south.

Mount Elbrus

On clear days, the twin peaks of Europe's highest mountain are visible in the distance during the descent into Mineralnye Vody.

Beshtau Mountain

The distinctive five-peaked laccolith mountain that characterizes the landscape of the Caucasian Mineral Waters region.

Pyatigorsk Skyline

Views of the historic spa city nestled at the foot of Mount Mashuk during the final approach.

Northern Caspian Basin

A vast perspective of the northern reaches of the Caspian Sea, where the water often appears shallower and lighter in color.

Kalmyk Steppes

The endless, flat grasslands of the Republic of Kalmykia, featuring unique semi-desert textures and salt pans.

Stavropol Farmland

A geometric patchwork of agricultural fields transitioning from the dry steppes to the fertile soils of southern Russia.

Kuma River Basin

The winding path of the Kuma River which marks the geographic border between the Ciscaucasia and the Russian Plain.