Gangca Village, China, transitioned from a herding economy to a tourism hub, generating over 10.4 million yuan by 2023 and eradicating poverty.

Gangca Village, situated at the base of Mount Kangrinboqe in China's Xizang Autonomous Region, has shifted from a herding economy to a flourishing tourism hub. By 2023, the village's tourism company generated over 10.4 million yuan, significantly improving residents' incomes and lifting many out of poverty. The village also emphasizes eco-friendly practices and hosts an annual cultural festival promoting Tibetan heritage. The broader Xizang region achieved the eradication of absolute poverty by 2019.

September 15, 2024
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