YBP → XIY

Yibin River Confluence

The scenic junction where the Min River and Jinsha River meet to form the Yangtze River shortly after takeoff.

Qinling Mountain Range

A spectacular view of the massive natural boundary between Northern and Southern China with its sharp, jagged ridges.

Taibai Mountain

The highest peak in the Qinling range, often capped with snow and visible sticking through the cloud layer.

Alpine Forest Canopies

Vast stretches of protected national forest areas characterized by deep greens and rugged vertical terrain.

Sichuan Basin Terraces

The intricate patchwork of agricultural terraces and red-soil hills typical of the northern Sichuan region.

Jialing River Bends

The winding path of the Jialing River as it carves through the landscape toward the south.

Xi'an Metropolitan Area

The massive urban sprawl of the ancient capital appearing during the descent into Xianyang International.

Wei River Valley

The flat, fertile plains of the Guanzhong region which contrast sharply with the mountains just crossed.