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WUHENH

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most iconic views of the Three Gorges Dam and the dramatic limestone cliffs of the Xiling Gorge as you transition from the plains to the mountains.

Right Side Highlights
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Hankou Skyline

Views of Wuhan's primary commercial district and the busy confluence of the Yangtze and Han rivers.

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Three Gorges Dam

The world's largest power station and its massive ship locks, visible north of the flight path near Yichang.

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Xiling Gorge

The easternmost of the Three Gorges, featuring winding river passages and steep limestone peaks.

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Karst Formations

Spectacular jagged mountain peaks and deep sinkholes that define the Enshi landscape during descent.

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Western Hubei Mist

The famous 'cloud sea' often trapped between the narrow ridges of the Wushan Mountains.

Sit behind the wing for a clear view of the Three Gorges Dam, which usually appears about 40 minutes after takeoff. Afternoon flights offer dramatic shadows across the mountain ridges, highlighting the rugged terrain.

Left Side Highlights
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Wuchang District

Aerial view of Wuhan's educational and tech hub, including the sprawl around East Lake shortly after takeoff.

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Yangtze River Crossings

Glittering views of the various bridges connecting Wuchang to Hanyang across the Yangtze.

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Jingzhou Ancient City

The distinct square outline of the historic city walls of Jingzhou visible on the Jianghan Plain.

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Qingjiang River

The 'Mother River' of the Tujia people, snaking through deep green valleys as you enter Enshi territory.

Choose a morning flight for the best lighting on the southern landscape. Keep a sharp eye out mid-flight for the historical city of Jingzhou, which stands out against the flat agricultural fields of the plain.

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Route Information

Distance: 455 km (283 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 46 min

Departure: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)

Arrival: ENH (30.3202991486, 109.48500061)

Route Type: Domestic

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