The descent provides views of the sprawling Nineveh plains and the eastern banks of the Tigris, showcasing the contrast between the ancient city ruins and modern development.
The Left Side provides an exceptional view of the historic city of Mardin and the dramatic transition from the Taurus Mountains into the fertile Mesopotamian plains, following the path of the Tigris River into Mosul.
The right side offers a superior view of the fertile Tigris River valley and the distant silhouettes of the Zagros mountain range during the final descent into Mosul.