Lhalu Wetland sees major ecological improvements

The Lhalu Wetland National Nature Reserve in Lhasa, Xizang autonomous region, known as the "lungs of Lhasa", is a biological gene bank for the city. [Photo by Palden Nyima/chinadaily.com.cn]

Lhamo Tsering, head of the bureau, said the water conservation capacity in the protected area has been enhanced, and land desertification has been effectively controlled thanks to the efforts.

Located at the northern corner of Lhasa and covering an area of more than 12 square kilometers, the Lhalu Wetland is the world's highest-altitude natural wetland. It is a paradise for numerous bird species and other forms of wildlife. It is also known as the "lungs of Lhasa".