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Doctoral defence in Tibetan Buddhism

How to earn the highest degree at the Geluk school of Tibetan Buddhism: First, years of study. Then, one final public test: the Geshe Lharampa debate at Jokhang Temple in Lhasa, Xizang. Watch monks passionately defend their knowledge with logic and sharp thinking.

Qinghai-Xizang Railway: Two decades on, a hard-fought railway success delivers an environmental victory on the roof of the world

Construction of the historic Qinghai-Xizang railway, through mountains, permafrost, and high altitude, is seen as an engineering marvel. The region is also home to a wealth of rare wildlife.

Former serf Kardor reflects on life transformation from hardship to happiness

Kardor, 83, resides in a spacious and bright two-story Tibetan-style house, with her children and grandchildren. Recalling the days of old Xizang, the elderly woman is filled with bitterness and sorrow.