WNZ → XIY

Anhui Lake Districts

Numerous lakes and wetlands of the Yangtze River basin visible during the initial cruise phase.

The Yellow River

The 'Mother River' of China, visible as the flight traverses the Central Plains of Henan.

Mount Hua (Huashan)

One of the Five Great Mountains of China, famous for its sheer granite cliffs, clearly visible on the right during descent.

Wei River Valley

The flat, fertile cradle of Chinese civilization that leads directly into the historic city of Xi'an.

Zhejiang Highlands

Rolling hills and dense tea plantations visible shortly after departure from Wenzhou.

Dabie Mountains

A major mountain range serving as the drainage divide between the Yangtze and Huai rivers.

Danjiangkou Reservoir

A massive water body that serves as a critical node for the South-to-North Water Diversion Project.

Qinling Mountains

The dramatic southern 'wall' of the Guanzhong Plain, marking the biological boundary between North and South China.