China's State Council Information Office has released a document entitled Human Rights in Xizang in the New Era. It emphasizes ecological protection efforts that have made the Autonomous Region one of the world's best protected environments. Its natural beauty has also led to more tourism and increased local incomes. Guo Tianqi has the story.

Due to its relatively low altitude and moist climate, Linzhi is known as the pearl of Xizang, and its beautiful scenery is often compared to that of Switzerland.

GUO TIANQI Linzhi, Xizang Autonomous Region "While traveling in Xizang, a lot of tourists would like to experience the local culture and choose to stay in the village. Today we are going to visit a homestay in Zhaxigang Village, which has been recognized as a three-star hotel by the local government."

CANGJUE Villager, Zhaxigang Village "This is where we live. Guests can also come here to have a rest. This is our unique yak butter tea. It helps relieve altitude sickness. You can have a try."

Cangjue is preparing dinner for forty people tonight. Most of the guests booked the rooms online, and they are all staying in this modern hotel.

BAIMA Villager, Zhaxigang Village "This hotel has been in operation for four years. Two million yuan was invested into it. The rooms are equipped with air conditioners, TVs, Wi-Fi, and 24-hour hot water."

While enjoying a convenient and comfortable life along with the unique natural scenery of the plateau, more and more people are traveling here for vacations and sightseeing.

CANGJUE Villager, Zhaxigang Village "Last year, our income was over 300,000 yuan. My husband and I run this homestay. We do the cleaning and cooking by ourselves. Before this, our income came from farming and herding, which was just enough for us to make ends meet. The two million yuan we invested in building the hotel has now been recovered, and we hope things get better and better in the future."

The unique ethnic traditions and beautiful snow-capped mountains and meadows have turned Xizang into a must-visit destination, transforming the lives of locals. GUO TIANQI, CGTN, Linzhi, Xizang Autonomous Region.