SVO → UUD

Central Ural Mountains

The ancient mountain range dividing Europe and Asia, featuring rocky ridges and forested valleys near Perm.

Siberian Urban Hubs

Distant views of major industrial centers like Omsk and Novosibirsk along the Trans-Siberian route.

Eastern Sayan Mountains

Jagged, snow-capped peaks visible to the south as the flight approaches the Baikal region.

Lake Baikal

The world's deepest and oldest freshwater lake, showcasing deep blue water or intricate ice patterns in winter.

Selenga River Delta

A complex network of channels and wetlands where the Selenga River meets Baikal, stunning during descent.

Ulan-Ude Approach

Views of the city's unique architecture, including Buddhist temples and the wide valley of the Selenga River.

Moscow Skyline

Aerial view of the northern Moscow suburbs and the Sheremetyevo complex immediately after takeoff.

Ob River Basin

The massive floodplains of the Ob River, one of the world's longest river systems, visible in Western Siberia.

Putorana Plateau Edge

In the far distance to the north, the rugged edges of the Siberian taiga and plateau transition.

Frozen Tundra

During winter months, the endless white expanse of the northern Siberian plains creates a 'white desert' effect.

Angara River

The winding path of the Angara River as it flows north from Baikal through dense forest.