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TYN → BAV
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan) to Baotou Airport (Baotou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Loess Plateau erosion patterns and the spectacular 'Great Bend' of the Yellow River as the flight approaches Inner Mongolia.
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Loess Plateau
Observe the unique, deeply-clefted yellow earth landscape that defines the geography of central Shanxi.
Luliang Mountains
Cross over the rugged ridges of the Luliang range, marking the western boundary of the Taiyuan basin.
Yellow River Loop
View the massive sweeping curves of the Yellow River as it forms the border between Shanxi and Shaanxi.
Kubuqi Desert
Glimpse the northern edge of the desert dunes near the Ordos region as the plane prepares for its descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Loess canyons. Mid-afternoon flights provide the best shadows to emphasize the depth of the plateau's erosion. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Yellow River, as the contrast between the water and the arid banks is striking.
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Taiyuan Skyline
Catch a panoramic view of Taiyuan's urban sprawl and the Fen River flowing through the city center shortly after takeoff.
Ancient Great Wall
Scan the northern Shanxi hills for faint remnants of Ming Dynasty defensive walls and towers.
Daqing Mountains
See the prominent southern face of the Yin Mountains range rising sharply from the Hetao Plain near Baotou.
Baotou Industrial Hub
Observe the vast scale of the steel and rare-earth industrial zones that characterize Baotou's northern periphery.
The right side is ideal for seeing the cityscapes of both Taiyuan and Baotou. During the winter, the Daqing Mountains to the north often have a dusting of snow, which is best viewed under the clear morning sun. Watch for the sharp transition from the Shanxi mountains to the flat Hetao Plain.
Book Hotels in BaotouDistance: 386 km (240 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Arrival: BAV (40.560001373291016, 109.99700164794922)
Route Type: Domestic
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