SJW → URC

Taihang Mountains

Dramatic ridges and deep canyons visible shortly after departure from Shijiazhuang.

The Yellow River

A clear view of the iconic 'Mother River' as it winds through the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region.

Qilian Mountain Range

A vast expanse of snow-capped peaks following the flight path along the southern edge of the Hexi Corridor.

Kumtag Desert

High-altitude views of massive sand dunes near Turpan before the final descent.

Southern Tianshan

Breathtaking views of the high alpine glaciers and peaks as the plane steers toward Urumqi.

Loess Plateau

The unique, heavily eroded yellow-earth landscape of Shanxi and Shaanxi provinces.

Tengger Desert

Expansive views of rolling sand dunes and the remote edges of the Gobi Desert to the north.

Gobi Black Rock Deserts

A stark, extraterrestrial-looking landscape of dark gravel plains unique to eastern Xinjiang.

Bogda Peak

The highest point of the eastern Tianshan (5,445m), which often stands out dramatically during the descent into Urumqi.

Junggar Basin

The vast, arid basin stretching north of Urumqi, often visible during the final landing pattern.