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New primrose species discovered in Tibet

New primrose species discovered in Tibet

Chinese researchers have discovered a heretofore unknown species of primrose in Metog county of the Tibet autonomous region, according to the county's forestry and grassland bureau.

Tourism market shows summer recovery signs

Tourism market shows summer recovery signs

With summer drawing to a close, the tourism market has shown a surprisingly good performance with both domestic and outbound travel growing.

Chinese president meets Red Cross president

Chinese president meets Red Cross president

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Mirjana Spoljaric Egger in Beijing on Tuesday.

Scholars hail poverty alleviation measures in Tibet

Scholars hail poverty alleviation measures in Tibet

Experts and scholars have shared their experiences in developing China-Africa relations, and in particular, how the Tibet autonomous region has been lifted out of poverty and moved toward prosperity, at the 16th China Lecture held in Nyingchi on Friday.

16th China Lecture lays out Tibet's progress

16th China Lecture lays out Tibet's progress

Under the theme "Achievements in economic, social and cultural development of Xizang in the new era", the 16th China Lecture was held in Nyingchi, Tibet autonomous region on Friday.

The global impact of environmental protection on Qinghai-Tibet Plateau

The global impact of environmental protection on Qinghai-Tibet Plateau

Nine years ago, Ren Feipeng's scientific survey of the source region of the Yangtze River unveiled a breathtaking landscape -- majestic, sacred snow-capped mountains, meandering rivers, enchanting wetlands, and the resilient Tibetan antelope adding to the natural splendor.

Scenery of Baiku Lake in Xigaze, Tibet

Scenery of Baiku Lake in Xigaze, Tibet

This photo taken on Sept. 2, 2023 shows the scenery of Baiku Lake and nearby snow mountains in Xigaze, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region.

Millions of tourists come to celebrate

Millions of tourists come to celebrate

Lhasa, the capital city of the Tibet autonomous region, received more than 2.86 million tourist arrivals during this year's Shoton Festival, a traditional holiday featuring religious rituals, food and arts, said the Tibet Tourism Development Bureau on Aug 22.

More national parks urged to protect species

More national parks urged to protect species

Experts have called for building more national parks to preserve wildlife and plant species as they have proved effective in protecting wildlife since the first five were established in 2021.

Stunning aerial footage of kiangs in Tibet

Stunning aerial footage of kiangs in Tibet

Under the warm rays of the sun, a herd of majestic kiangs gracefully wander across the vast pasture, while their elegant forms cast long shadows on the ground. Check out the picturesque view in Tibet, southwest China, filmed with a drone from high in the sky.