SJW → HGH

Taihang Mountains

Dramatic limestone cliffs and deep valleys visible shortly after takeoff from Shijiazhuang.

Yellow River Bridge

A direct look at the massive engineering projects spanning the 'Mother River' near Jinan.

Mount Tai (Taishan)

The most famous of the Five Great Mountains of China, rising prominently from the Shandong hills.

Nanjing Skyline

A glimpse of the skyscrapers and the iconic Yangtze River Bridge in the ancient capital.

Lake Taihu

Breathtaking views of China's third-largest freshwater lake, featuring numerous islands and fishing boats.

Hangzhou West Lake

On clear days during the descent, the UNESCO World Heritage site and its causeways are visible to the west.

North China Plain

A vast, flat expanse of agricultural land patterned with countless small villages and irrigation networks.

Yellow River Meanders

Views of the silt-heavy river as it snakes through the plains towards the Bohai Sea.

Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal

Spot sections of the world's longest artificial river, still active with barge traffic.

Yangtze Delta Cities

The dense urban clusters of Wuxi and Suzhou appearing as the plane moves into the coastal region.

Qiantang River Estuary

The wide, silty mouth of the river known for its massive tidal bores during the lunar calendar's 8th month.