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YZY → LHW
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhangye Ganzhou Airport (Zhangye) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (Lanzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the majestic Qilian Mountains, featuring snow-capped peaks and glaciers that dominate the horizon for nearly the entire duration of the flight.
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Qilian Mountains
A continuous chain of massive, snow-covered peaks reaching over 5,000 meters in altitude.
Glaciers
Visible high-altitude glaciers and permanent snowfields glinting in the sunlight.
Shandan Horse Ranch
The world's oldest and largest horse ranch, visible as vast green pastures at the mountain foot.
Wushaoling Ridge
The significant geographic boundary between the Hexi Corridor and the Loess Plateau.
Mountain Valleys
Deep, forested gorges and alpine meadows that contrast sharply with the arid plains below.
The right side is the definitive choice for this route. Request a window seat well away from the wing for unobstructed views of the Qilian range. Morning flights are spectacular as the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the peaks. In winter, the entire range is draped in white, while summer offers a beautiful contrast between green valleys and icy summits.
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Hexi Corridor
The historical Silk Road path stretching between the mountains and the desert fringes.
Badain Jaran Desert
Distal views of the expansive desert sands to the north under clear atmospheric conditions.
Shandan Great Wall
Faint remnants of the Ming Dynasty earthen Great Wall snaking through the Shandan plains.
Loess Plateau Agriculture
Intricate terraced farming patterns characteristic of the Gansu loess landscape as you descend.
Yellow River
Views of the winding Yellow River and its valleys as the aircraft approaches Lanzhou.
Sit on the left if you are interested in the historical geography of the Silk Road and the transition from desert to loess plateau. The afternoon sun provides excellent lighting for the textures of the earthen Great Wall and terraced fields. Keep an eye out for the distinct change in soil color as you approach the Lanzhou area.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 363 km (226 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: YZY (38.8018989563, 100.675003052)
Arrival: LHW (36.5152015686, 103.620002747)
Route Type: Domestic
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