The descent provides a scenic panorama of the rugged Iranian coastline and the contrast between the arid inland mountains and the deep blue Persian Gulf.
The left side offers an unrivaled view of the iconic Dubai skyline, including the Burj Khalifa and The World Islands, immediately after takeoff from DXB.
The left side is the clear winner for this short hop, primarily because it offers a stunning aerial perspective of the vibrant pink Maharloo Lake immediately after takeoff from Shiraz, followed by the complex geology of the Zagros fold belt.