THR → IIL

Tehran Southern Suburbs

Aerial view of the historic Rey district and the industrial southern expanses of the capital shortly after takeoff.

Namak Salt Lake

In the distance to the south, the white, shimmering crust of the great salt lake near Qom is often visible.

Zagros Geological Folds

Stunning views of the 'folded' mountain structures, showing millions of years of tectonic pressure in the rock layers.

Seimareh River

Watch for the turquoise waters of the Seimareh River carving through deep canyons as you approach Ilam province.

Lorestan Plateaus

High-altitude plains and seasonal pastoral lands tucked between the massive ridges of western Iran.

Alvand Massif

The prominent snow-capped peaks of the Alvand range near Hamedan are visible on the northern horizon.

Karaj Urban Sprawl

A view of Iran's fourth-largest city and the dense industrial corridor connecting it to Tehran.

Kermanshah Highlands

Rugged, saw-toothed ridges and high-altitude valleys typical of the northern Zagros range.

Zagros Oak Forests

As the plane descends into Ilam, look for the scattered oak forests that are a signature of this semi-arid ecosystem.

Ilam City Approach

A close-up view of the city of Ilam nestled in a valley surrounded by protective mountain walls.