SHA → TSA

Shanghai Urban Sprawl

Aerial views of the dense Puxi district and the Huangpu River shortly after takeoff from Hongqiao.

Zhoushan Archipelago

A massive cluster of islands at the mouth of the Yangtze River, featuring busy shipping lanes.

East China Sea

Vast expanses of deep blue water often dotted with international cargo vessels and fishing fleets.

Keelung Port

The major northern Taiwanese port city visible as the aircraft begins its final descent over the island.

Taipei 101

Unrivaled views of the iconic skyscraper and the Xinyi financial district when landing from the west on Runway 10.

Hangzhou Bay Bridge

One of the longest trans-oceanic bridges in the world, visible as the flight heads south from Shanghai.

Zhejiang Mountains

The rugged, lush green coastal mountain ranges of southeastern China lining the edge of the continent.

Matsu Islands

A chain of islands in the Taiwan Strait located just off the coast of Fujian province.

Yangmingshan National Park

Dormant volcanic peaks and verdant valleys that form the northern boundary of the Taipei basin.

Tamsui River

The major waterway that flows through Taipei, often shimmering under the sunlight during the final approach.