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TPE â TYN
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the industrial sprawl of the Yangtze River Delta, the distinct sediment-heavy crossing of the Yellow River, and the dramatic vertical cliffs of the Taihang Mountains upon descent into Shanxi.
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Zhejiang Coastline
A complex network of islands and busy shipping lanes along the East China Sea coast.
Yangtze River Delta
The dense megalopolis and intricate canal systems near the Nanjing and Suzhou corridor.
Yellow River Crossing
The iconic 'Mother River' of China, easily identified by its unique yellowish-brown silt-heavy water.
North China Plain
A vast, flat agricultural heartland that seems to stretch endlessly toward the horizon.
Taihang Mountains
The majestic mountain range that forms the boundary between the North China Plain and the Shanxi Plateau.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid direct glare. The highlight is the approach into Taiyuan; as the plane crosses the Taihang Mountains, the terrain drops sharply into the Fen River valley. Look for the Yellow River crossing approximately 45-60 minutes before landing, depending on tailwinds.
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Taiwan Strait
Clear views of the blue waters separating the island from mainland China shortly after takeoff from TPE.
Wuyi Mountains
The rugged, UNESCO-listed peaks of Fujian province featuring deep valleys and dense forest cover.
Poyang Lake Area
The surrounding wetlands and river systems of China's largest freshwater lake near Jiujiang.
Zhengzhou Skyline
The massive urban expansion of Henan's capital city as the flight moves into central China.
Mount Song
One of the Five Great Mountains of China and home to the famous Shaolin Temple visible in clear weather.
Sit on the left for better lighting during morning flights as the sun will be behind you. Watch for the dramatic transition from the lush green hills of Fujian to the drier, yellow-brown Loess Plateau of central China. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the frequent haze over the Henan plains.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,626 km (1,010 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Route Type: International
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