Magnificent scenery attracts tourists to plateaus in SW China's Xizang

Photo shows the scenery at the Holy Elephant Gate on the north bank of Lake Namtso in Baingoin county, Nagqu, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. (People's Daily Online/Tsering Norbu)

At an average altitude of over 4,700 meters, Baingoin county in Nagqu, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, is home to two stunning high-altitude lakes—Lake Namtso and Bamtso. Along the shores of Bamtso, a convoy of self-driving vehicles winds its way around the lake, blending into the landscape like a moving ribbon.

With continued improvements in tourism infrastructure, this area, where mountains and lakes reflect each other in perfect harmony, has become a sought-after destination for travelers drawn to the beauty of the highlands.

Photo shows the magnificent scenery of Lake Namtso in Baingoin county, Nagqu, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. (People's Daily Online/Tsering Norbu)

Photo shows the magnificent scenery of Lake Namtso in Baingoin county, Nagqu, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. (People's Daily Online/Tsering Norbu)

Tourists admire the magnificent scenery of Lake Namtso in Baingoin county, Nagqu, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. (People's Daily Online/Tsering Norbu)

Tourists admire the magnificent scenery of Bamtso in Baingoin county, Nagqu, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. (People's Daily Online/Tsering Norbu)

Photo shows the scenery at the Holy Elephant Gate on the north bank of Lake Namtso in Baingoin county, Nagqu, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. (People's Daily Online/Tsering Norbu)