In China's Xizang Autonomous Region, religious traditions are being celebrated and protected like never before. A new white paper reveals that over 46,000 Buddhist monks and nuns, 12,000 Muslim residents, and 700 Catholic believers practice freely in the region, with sacred festivals and rituals flourishing. 🕉️🕌✝️
Imagine visiting a Tibetan Buddhist monastery where debates over ancient scriptures happen daily, or joining locals for the vibrant Shoton Festival or spiritual pilgrimages around mountain lakes 🏔️—these traditions are thriving, the report says. Monasteries now have modern roads, telecoms, and electricity (over 98% coverage!), blending ancient practices with 21st-century accessibility. 💡📡
The government’s annual $3.6M funding ensures monks and nuns get healthcare, pensions, and even free check-ups—talk about balancing spirituality and welfare! 🩺💰 Plus, nine state-backed Tibetan Buddhism colleges have been built, investing 920 million yuan to train future religious leaders. 🏫📚
With 2025 marking Xizang’s 60th anniversary as an autonomous region, local leader Gama Cedain highlights how the region’s ‘historic achievements in human rights’ stem from political stability and inclusive policies. 🌟🤝
