China releases new grassland vegetation map of "roof of the world"
China has released its most detailed map yet of grassland vegetation on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, using a scale of 1:500,000.
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Study uncovers mechanism for grassland carbon sink on Qinghai-Tibet Plateau
A new study has unveiled the key mechanism for alpine grassland carbon sink on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau in western China, providing scientific underpinning for ecological security.
Bridging borders: Xizang's Shigatse strengthens trade, ties with South Asia
Located in the southwestern part of Xizang autonomous region in southwest China, Shigatse sits at an average altitude of over 4,000 meters and is home to Qomolangma, also known as Mount Everest, the world's highest peak.
Xizang's Lhasa conducts comprehensive tourism resource survey, identifying 7,799 sites
As the capital city of the Xizang Autonomous Region, Lhasa boasts world cultural heritage sites such as the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Norbulingka. Namtso Lake, one of Xizang's three sacred lakes, is also a must-visit attraction for numerous tourists traveling to Xizang.
Drifting and Outdoor Exploration Event Held in Nyemo, Xizang
Recently, an event consisting of a drifting competition on the Yarlung Zangbo River and an outdoor exploration competition was held in Nyemo County, Xizang, attracting 300 competitors from across China.
Birth-giving migratory journey of Tibetan antelopes in SW China's Xizang
Every year, pregnant Tibetan antelopes started their annual migration to give birth between May and July. Their natural enemies including wolves and bears are always there to ambush them. However, most of them could make it and give birth to babies.
Xizang's natural drinking water listed as target for industry cultivation
The natural drinking water products produced from the Xizang autonomous region were recently placed on China's first list of key areas for the cultivation of traditional advantageous food production regions and local specialty food industries.
Hundreds of athletes turn out for outdoor event in Xizang
Over 300 outdoor athletes from across the nation participated in a multisport event in Nyemo county of the Xizang autonomous region on Sunday, Xizang Daily reported.
Xizang maintains world-class ecological standards
The Xizang autonomous region remains one of the best places in the world in terms of its ecological environment, with ecological and environmental quality generally remaining stable, according to the region's 2024 Environmental Bulletin, released on Thursday.
China's Xizang maintains stable ecological environment in 2024
The eco-environmental quality of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region remains stable and continues to improve, and Xizang is still among the areas with the best environmental quality in the world, according to an official report released on Thursday.
The World’s Highest-Altitude Dragon Boat Race Was Held on the Lhasa River
During the Dragon Boat Festival, a wave of enthusiasm for the dragon boat race has emerged across various locations in China. In Lhasa, Xizang, a world record for the dragon boat race was established! During the 2025 Dragon Boat Festival in the Xizang Autonomous Region, competitors in the yak-leather boat (dragon boat) race faced an altitude of 3,645.9 meters
Encounter Early Summer in Lhalu Wetland
As summer arrived, trees and grasses flourished while the lake water remained crystal clear. The wetland stood quietly, awaiting people’s visit for appreciating its beauty in early summer days.
Ancient genomes found in Yunnan reveal new clues about Tibetan origins
Newly discovered prehistoric genomes from Southwest China's Yunnan province have unveiled links to population groups in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, South Asia and Southeast Asia, according to a study published on Friday in the journal Science.
“Post-2000s” Machinery Technician: New Emerging Force in Qinghai-Xizang Railway Maintenance
Yu Qing was born in 2002. After graduating from university in June 2023, she started her career at the Xining Engineering Machinery Section of China Railway Qinghai-Xizang Group Co., Ltd.
Urban Nightscape of Yushu City, Qinghai Province
As night descended and the evening lights illuminated the surroundings, the urban nightscape of Yushu City, Qinghai Province, resembled a shimmering Milky Way. On King Gesar Square, people of different ethnic groups gathered in a circle to perform the vibrant Gorchom dance.
Encountering Picturesque Tea Fields on the Plateau
Clouds and mist surrounded the mountains. The tea fields harmoniously intertwined with forests, lakes, residents’ houses, and highland barley fields, collectively forming a breathtaking panorama of tea cultivation on the plateau
Measuring up a tall task for science
Fifty years ago, China announced its first precise measurement of Mount Qomolangma, also known as Mount Everest. Nowadays, China's ongoing measurement missions in the region remain important in understanding the evolving conditions on the world's tallest mountain.
Researchers discover new tree frog species in Xizang
Chinese researchers recently discovered a new tree frog species in Metog county, Southwest China's Xizang autonomous region, Xizang Daily reported.
Beijing teen makes history with Everest summit climb
Li Haorong, a 17-year-old teen from Beijing, reached the summit of the world's highest peak, Mount Qomolangma (Mount Everest), at an altitude of 8848.86 meters, at 6:47 am on Sunday.
Fungus is peak prize for alpine herders
In the high-altitude valleys of Nagchu, Xizang autonomous region, the first light of summer reveals a scene unchanged for generations: herders traversing snow-flecked slopes, their eyes trained to spot the precious medical ingredient of the plateau — caterpillar fungus (cordyceps sinensis).
Experts Provided Free Health Consultation Services in Ma’erkang, Sichuan
Recently, the “One Heart, the China Heart” Large-Scale Medical Public Welfare Activity for 2025 was held. As part of this initiative, free health consultation services were offered in Ma’erkang City, the capital of the Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province.
Experts Provided Free Health Consultation Services in Ma’erkang, Sichuan
Recently, the “One Heart, the China Heart” Large-Scale Medical Public Welfare Activity for 2025 was held. As part of this initiative, free health consultation services were offered in Ma’erkang City, the capital of the Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province.
The Medical Conditions on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau Have Improved Rapidly over the Past 50 Years
“Our Party and government are deeply concerned about and place significant emphasis on the well-being of all ethnic groups in border areas.
New study reveals accelerated warming trend on Qinghai-Xizang Plateau
Chinese researchers have revealed that the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau is expected to experience accelerated warming in the next 10 years, according to the Institute of Atmospheric Physics (IAP) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences.