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Winter scenery of Himalayas

Winter scenery of Himalayas

In early winter, the weather in the Himalayan region is sunny. In Dingri County, Shigatse City, Xizang Autonomous Region, several peaks of more than 8000 meters often come into view, offering a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery.

Donations boost Dunhuang Grottoes conservation efforts

Donations boost Dunhuang Grottoes conservation efforts

The China Dunhuang Grottoes Conservation Research Foundation has received 210 million yuan (about 30 million U.S. dollars) in donations over the past 30 years. These donations have been crucial for the preservation of the UNESCO World Heritage site in northwest China's Gansu province.

Colorful Autumn in Deqin, Yunnan

Colorful Autumn in Deqin, Yunnan

​In late autumn, walking into Deqin County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, the mountains and forests are covered in layers of deep red, wine red, orange yellow, and light brown, as if carefully dyed with a paintbrush.

Supermoon Pictured in Xizang

Supermoon Pictured in Xizang

On November 5, 2025, a “supermoon” graced the night sky over Xizang. The “supermoon” occurs when the moon reaches its full phase while positioned at its closest point to Earth in its orbit, resulting in an appearance that is both larger and brighter than usual.

Scenery of Lijiang, SW China's Yunnan

Scenery of Lijiang, SW China's Yunnan

An aerial drone photo taken on Oct. 26, 2025 shows tourists watching a performance at the Yulong Snow Mountain scenic spot in Lijiang City, southwest China's Yunnan Province

The graceful dance of water birds in Qinghai Lake attracts guests from afar

The graceful dance of water birds in Qinghai Lake attracts guests from afar

In late autumn and October, the grassland in the Qinghai Lake turns golden, and the sheep roam leisurely on the grassland. On the blue lake surface, waterbirds dance gracefully and interact intimately with tourists, creating a beautiful picture of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.

Stunning autumn scenery across China

Stunning autumn scenery across China

An aerial drone photo taken on Oct. 23, 2025 shows horses galloping on a grassland in the Kazak Autonomous County of Aksay, northwest China's Gansu Province.

Autumn scenery across China

Autumn scenery across China

his photo taken on Oct. 22, 2025 shows a view of Changlie Mountain in Maerkang City, Aba Tibetan-Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province

The Beautiful scenery of Jiuzhaigou Valley

The Beautiful scenery of Jiuzhaigou Valley

On October 13th, the autumn scenery of Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, a World Natural Heritage site, was picturesque, attracting numerous tourists to visit and enjoy.

Legendary giants narrate an earthly epic

Legendary giants narrate an earthly epic

Pandas and poets. Adventurers and ape men. Soldiers and snow leopards. A mountain god reborn as four supernatural sisters. This cast of characters, literal and legendary, stars in the saga unfolding on the undulating stone stage of the Siguniang Mountains.

Lhasa's mountain landscapes flourish in green

Lhasa's mountain landscapes flourish in green

his year has witnessed a significant transformation in the vegetation coverage encircling Lhasa, the capital of southwest China's Xizang autonomous region, located at an average altitude of 3,650 meters.

Butter tea: Xizang's traditional brew

Butter tea: Xizang's traditional brew

Butter tea is a traditional drink made with butter, a brick of black tea, and salt in Xizang. Its rich taste and high calorie content make it well-suited to the plateau's climate.