The descent offers a panoramic view of Yining's urban landscape and lush green pastures, set against the dramatic backdrop of the northern Tianshan ridges.
The right side offers a direct view of the stunning turquoise Sayram Lake and the dramatic descent through the northern Tianshan ridges into the lush Ili River Valley.
The left side offers a superior view of the continuous snow-capped peaks of the Qilian and Tianshan ranges, providing a more dramatic and mountainous landscape compared to the desert-heavy right side.