(260519) -- LHASA, May 19, 2026 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on May 19, 2026 shows a view of Nam Co Lake in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. The much-anticipated opening ceremony of Nam Co Lake was held here on Tuesday, offering tourists a rare combination of stunning plateau landscapes, time-honored Tibetan folk customs, and upgraded travel services.
This Tuesday also marks the 2026 China Tourism Day.
Perched 4,718 meters above sea level, Nam Co means "Heavenly Lake" in the Xizang language. (Xinhua/Zhou Yulong)
