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Spectacular light show in Lhasa marks 60th founding anniversary of Xizang Autonomous Region

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Spectacular light show in Lhasa marks 60th founding anniversary of Xizang Autonomous Region

2025-08-21 20:28 Last Updated At:08-22 00:27

A spectacular light show was staged in Lhasa City, capital of southwest China's Xizang on Monday, celebrating the 60th founding anniversary of the autonomous region.

The light show held at Nanshan Park featured brilliant beams, laser projections and vibrant patterns, attracting locals and tourists alike.

Tourists in Lhasa are discovering a new way to enjoy the city's nightscape—through cruises along the Lhasa River. They joined boat tours, taking in the stunning views along the river.

"For today's Lhasa, people's living standards and transportation have improved greatly, making travel much more convenient. It's not like what some might imagine that life here is inconvenient or unclean. On the contrary, all aspects have developed significantly, the environment is very clean, and getting around is much easier than before," said Sonam Yungla, a small business owner from Shigatse City, Xizang.

The once desolate Lhasa River has been transformed into a model of ecological restoration. This flagship project has not only revitalized the city's natural beauty, but also offers a unique cruising experience, allowing visitors to admire scenery from the waterway.

Both locals and tourists were amazed by the huge transformation of Xizang over the past decades.

"At that time, we were celebrating the 30th founding anniversary of Xizang Autonomous Region. This place used to be nothing but a deserted island. The changes our motherland has undergone are truly remarkable. China has really become prosperous and strong," said Pu Xiaoping, a local business owner.

"Our country has changed from a very weak and often bullied place to one that no one dares to bully anymore, and life has become better and better. I feel so proud of my motherland, not only of Xizang (but the entire nation as well)," said tourist Wang Xinyi.

"It's nothing like those days anymore. Sixty years have passed, and with the tremendous changes that have taken place in Xizang, I'm truly happy in my heart. I hope things will get even better, and that people from around the world will come here for a visit. The city has kept changing every year, and I feel so happy." said Chodron, a Lhasa resident.

Marking the six decades of achievements, Lhasa is vibrant with rebirth and pride. Seen from the banks of the Lhasa River to the eyes of its citizens, Xizang's 60th founding anniversary heralds a brighter future.

Spectacular light show in Lhasa marks 60th founding anniversary of Xizang Autonomous Region

Spectacular light show in Lhasa marks 60th founding anniversary of Xizang Autonomous Region

Spectacular light show in Lhasa marks 60th founding anniversary of Xizang Autonomous Region

Spectacular light show in Lhasa marks 60th founding anniversary of Xizang Autonomous Region

China on Saturday sent a new satellite into space from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the country's southwestern Sichuan Province.

The satellite, Fengyun-4 03, was launched by a Long March-3B rocket at 12:07 a.m. (Beijing Time) and has entered its planned orbit.

This was the 621st flight mission of the Long March rocket series.

China launches Fengyun-4 03 satellite

China launches Fengyun-4 03 satellite

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