The approach offers a panoramic view of the city's unique grid pattern and the surrounding mountainous terrain as you descend into the valley.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic northern escarpment of the Great Rift Valley and the striking volcanic landscapes near the Afar region.
The right side offers spectacular views of the Great Rift Valley's tectonic activity, including the surreal limestone chimneys of Lake Abbe and various volcanic peaks.
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Ethiopian plateau edge and the sharp transition from the Hararghe Highlands into the lower-lying Afar plains.