A dazzling spectacle lit up the night sky over Lhasa as the city celebrated the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Xizang Autonomous Region. Cen Ziyuan joined a Lhasa River tour to take in the light show from Nanshan Park.

Tourists visiting Lhasa are discovering a new way to enjoy the city's night-time beauty – by taking a cruise along the Lhasa River. Sonam Yungla is from Xizang's second largest city of Shigatse, and runs a small business near the cruise ship port.

SONAM YUNGLA Small Business Owner "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. On the contrary, all aspects have developed significantly, the environment is very clean, and getting around is much easier than before."

CEN ZIYUAN Lhasa "The Lhasa River, once a barren landscape, has been transformed into a shining example of ecological restoration. Today, this flagship project not only revitalizes the city's natural beauty but also offers a unique cruising experience, allowing visitors to admire Lhasa's breathtaking scenery from the water."

A spectacular light show illuminated the skies over Lhasa to mark the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Xizang Autonomous Region. Residents and visitors gathered along the Lhasa River to witness the spectacle.

PU XIAOPING Local Business Owner "We came here in 1995, so it has been 30 years now. At that time, we were celebrating 30th anniversary of such event. This place used to be nothing but a deserted island. The changes our motherland has undergone are truly remarkable."

WANG XINYI Tourist "Because our country has transformed from being a small place that was often bullied into one that no one dares to bully anymore, and life has become better and better. I feel very proud of my motherland, not only of Xizang, but of the entire nation."

As the lights dimmed, the message of a brighter, more vibrant Xizang resonated across the plateau.

CHODRON Lhasa Resident "It's nothing like those days anymore. Sixty years have passed, and with the tremendous changes that have taken place in Xizang, I feel truly happy in my heart. I hope things will keep getting better, and that people from all over will come here to visit."

As Lhasa marks six decades of progress, the city tells a story of renewal and pride. From the banks of the Lhasa River to the hearts of its people, Xizang's 60th anniversary heralds a brighter future on the horizon.