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Lhasa, Xizang: Cranes Dance on the Plateau

Lhasa, Xizang: Cranes Dance on the Plateau

With an average altitude of about 4,200 meters, Lhunzhub County in the north of Lhasa is one of the main places where black-necked cranes spend the winter.

Meeting for Mount Qomolangma guides held to share skills, stories in Lhasa

Meeting for Mount Qomolangma guides held to share skills, stories in Lhasa

Chinese climbers scale Mount Qomolangma in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, May 23, 2023. A meeting for Mount Qomolangma guides was held in Lhasa on Monday. Experienced mountaineers shared their skills and stories to over 500 mountain guides, mountaineering enthusiasts and outdoor sports practitioners.

Xizang grand theatre becomes operational

Xizang grand theatre becomes operational

This aerial photo taken on Dec. 15, 2023 shows a view of Xizang grand theatre in Lhasa, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. Xizang grand theatre became operational on Friday.

Snow scenery of Lhasa, SW China

Snow scenery of Lhasa, SW China

This photo taken on Dec. 8, 2023 shows black-necked cranes flying near snow-covered mountains in Lhasa, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region.

Lhasa celebrates festival of women's protector

Lhasa celebrates festival of women's protector

Tibetan women consider Pal Lhamo as their protector, and the religious festival has become a particular favorite of women in Lhasa, as many young girls can ask for money from any men on the occasion.

Winter scenery of Qinghai Lake

Winter scenery of Qinghai Lake

Located in the northeastern part of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, the Qinghai Lake is key to maintaining the ecological balance in western China. It is also a natural barrier for controlling the eastward spread of desertification and ensuring the safety of agricultural areas in eastern China.