The annual renovation of Potala Palace began recently in Lhasa, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. It usually takes about a dozen days to paint the palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in preparation for the forthcoming "Lhabab Duchen," which is believed to be the day the Buddha descended from the heavens and is one of four annual festivals celebrating important events in his life. #Trending | CCTV

The work of painting the exterior walls of the #Potala #Palace in #Lhasa got underway on October 22. The #UNESCO World Heritage site, which has a history spanning more than 1,300 years, is repainted every year to restore its vibrant colors, which fade in the rainy season. This year's project is expected to last until mid-to-late November. #tibetan #xizang #travel #architecture | Kangba TV