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TYN → DAT
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan) to Datong Airport (Datong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the sacred Wutai Mountains and the rugged Hengshan range, providing a dramatic aerial perspective of Shanxi's northern topography.
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Mount Wutai
One of the Four Sacred Mountains of Buddhism, featuring high peaks often dusted with snow.
Mount Heng Range
The massif of the Northern Great Mountain, showcasing dramatic cliffs and deep valleys.
Sanggan River
The winding riverbed that carves through the landscape heading toward the Datong basin.
Datong Volcanic Group
A cluster of extinct volcanic cones visible during the final approach into Datong Airport.
Taihang Ridges
The western slopes of the massive Taihang mountain range visible in the distance.
The right side is superior for landmark spotting. Look for the high peaks of Wutai Mountain roughly 15-20 minutes after takeoff. For the best photography of the Datong volcanoes, choose a mid-to-late afternoon flight when the shadows highlight the crater shapes.
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Taiyuan Cityscape
Aerial view of the Fen River crossing through the provincial capital shortly after takeoff.
Loess Plateau Terraces
Intricate agricultural terracing characteristic of the North China plateau regions.
Yanmen Pass Area
Rugged mountainous terrain near the historic Great Wall pass known as the 'First Pass under Heaven'.
Xinzhou Basin
A clear view of the agricultural valley floor surrounded by high mountain ridges.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh eastern sun. Keep an eye out for the distinct 'earth forest' geological textures of the Loess Plateau as the plane descends toward Datong.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 268 km (167 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Arrival: DAT (40.060299, 113.482002)
Route Type: Domestic
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