Nestled in northwestern Lhasa at a dizzying 3,600 meters above sea level, the Lhalu Wetland isn’t just another patch of green – it’s the oxygen hub of the Tibetan capital. Spanning 12 square kilometers, this urban sanctuary earned national nature reserve status in 2005 and has since become a blueprint for balancing city life with ecological preservation. 🏔️
Two decades of systematic restoration have transformed Lhalu into a biodiversity hotspot, with 90% of its plant species now native to the plateau. Scientists recently identified 12 new insect species thriving in its marshes – proof that conservation works even at rooftop-of-the-world altitudes.
Local rangers told NewspaperAmigo: ‘Every reed here fights climate change.’ And they’re not wrong – the wetland absorbs over 78,000 tons of CO₂ annually, making it Lhasa’s literal green lung. 🌱
As 2026 unfolds, digital monitoring systems track real-time water quality while controlled tourism allows limited access to hiking trails. For young adventurers planning Tibet trips, this eco-success story just became a must-see pin on the map!
