TSN → CTU

Taihang Mountains

Dramatic cliffs and box canyons that define the edge of the Loess Plateau, offering sharp geological contrasts.

Loess Plateau Erosion

Breathtaking patterns of silt erosion and ancient terraced farming techniques visible across Shaanxi province.

Qinling Main Peaks

The highest summits of the Qinling range, often snow-capped in winter, which act as the natural divide between North and South China.

Longmen Shan Range

The rugged mountains at the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau visible during the final descent into Chengdu.

Tianjin Urban Sprawl

Aerial view of the Haihe River winding through the industrial and residential districts of Tianjin shortly after departure.

Yellow River Crossing

The iconic silt-heavy waters of the Huanghe as it snakes through the border regions of Henan and Shanxi provinces.

Southern Qinling Slopes

The lush, green southern face of the Qinling Mountains, marking the transition into the subtropical climate of central China.

Sichuan Basin Terraces

A patchwork of humid agricultural land and rice paddies as the aircraft descends into the misty Sichuan province.