Dream landings: Discover the 5 airports with the most spectacular views

The views from the airplane window are spectacular anywhere in the world, however, there are airports that offer dream landings with even more special views and unique, perfect for taking dozens of photographs.

The renowned media CNN shared a list with the five airports that offer the most spectacular views during the landing of a plane and here we share it with you so that you can venture to discover them.

It should be noted that each airport is different, some offer more comfort in their facilities, others connect you with more destinations throughout the world and these allow you to enjoy beautiful views.

cnn He pointed out that the landing strips are usually located in remote destinations, but which are ideal for enjoying a dream vacation.

Discover the 5 airports with the most spectacular views

Below, we present the five airports with the most spectacular views:

Santos Dumont Airport, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Rio de Janeiro, famous for its hills, lush mountains, fine sandy beaches and the Atlantic Ocean, it unfolds before your eyes when you land on the Santos Dumont Airport.

This airport, located in Guanabara Bay and built on reclaimed land, offers impressive views when entering or leaving the city.

To enjoy the best landscapes, sit to the right of the plane and you can admire city icons such as Sugarloaf Mountain.

Velana International Airport, Male, Maldives

The Maldives are synonymous with paradise, and the Velana International Airport is no exception. Approaching Malé, the capital, from the island of Hulhulé, you will be greeted by the spectacular Indian Ocean dotted with atolls.

Initially built in the 1960s with a steel slat track, today it features a standard asphalt surface. However, the views upon arrival are anything but ordinary, with atolls scattered across the vast ocean.

Marco Polo International Airport, Venice, Italy

Venicethe city of canals, offers an unparalleled aerial view when landing on the Marco Polo International Airport. From the air, Venice resembles a fish swimming toward dry land, its tail waving against the Adriatic.

Sitting on the right side of the plane, you will see the MOSE fog barriers, the island of Lido, the terracotta roofs, bell towers and glimpses of the Grand Canal unfold under your feet, culminating in the islands of Burano and Torcello before landing among the salt flats of the northern lagoon.

Cape Town International Airport, South Africa

Surrounded by the Indian and Atlantic oceans, and with the imposing Table Mountain as a backdrop, Cape Town It is an impressive destination for any traveler.

Upon landing at Cape Town International Airport, sit to the right of the plane for spectacular views. If you come from the northwest, you’ll pass by Table Mountain, and if you fly over the ocean, you’ll have views of the water on both sides before reaching the city.

San Francisco International Airport, United States

San Francisco, With its combination of coasts and hills, it is another destination that offers impressive views upon landing.

San Francisco International Airport provides some of the best views upon takeoff, with the left side of the plane offering views of the city and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.

During landing, you can enjoy views of both the ocean and the bay, depending on which side you sit on.

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