THR → BUZ

Tehran Urban Sprawl

A massive aerial view of the Iranian capital and the Azadi Tower shortly after takeoff from Mehrabad.

Namak Lake

A stunning white salt crust landscape of the large salt lake near Qom, appearing like a frozen sea in the desert.

Central Zagros Ridges

Incredible views of the parallel mountain ridges and geological folds characteristic of southern Iran.

Arid Gorges

Deep, weathered canyons and dry riverbeds that carve through the brown and ochre desert landscape.

Bushehr Peninsula

As the plane descends, the urban density of the Bushehr peninsula is clearly visible against the blue water.

High Zagros Peaks

View of the taller, often snow-capped peaks of the western Zagros range toward the Lorestan region.

Zayandeh Rud Basin

The upper reaches of the river basins and agricultural patches scattered between the mountain ranges.

Persian Gulf Horizon

The first glimpse of the deep blue Persian Gulf as the aircraft begins its final descent toward the coast.

Bushehr Port

Detailed views of the industrial shipping docks and naval facilities as the plane banks for its final approach.

Coastal Flats

The transition from the rugged mountains to the low-lying, sandy coastal plains surrounding the airport.