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Tip: Sit on the left side for landing.
The descent offers a view of the sprawling holy city, including the iconic Prophet's Mosque and the historic heights of Mount Uhud.
The descent offers a view of the sprawling holy city, including the iconic Prophet's Mosque and the historic heights of Mount Uhud.
The left side offers a superior mix of diverse landscapes, including the jagged southern Zagros Mountains, the turquoise transition into the Persian Gulf, and the fascinating volcanic fields on the final approach to Madinah.
The left side provides a more diverse view of the dramatic Zagros fold-and-thrust belt in Iran and the unique volcanic Harrat landscapes as you enter Saudi Arabia.
The right side offers a superior mix of the initial Abu Dhabi coastline, the unique white salt flats of the UAE, and the striking volcanic fields (Harrats) of western Saudi Arabia upon descent.
The right side provides a superior variety of landmarks, including the lush islands of the Bay of Bengal and the dramatic entry over the Indian coastline and Saudi volcanic mountains.
The left side provides the most iconic view of the route: the King Fahd Causeway connecting Bahrain to the mainland, followed by scenic coastal curves and the red sand dunes of central Arabia.
The left side offers superior views of the unique volcanic geology of Saudi Arabia, specifically the vast 'Harrat' lava fields and the surreal landscape of the Khaybar region.