Tibet leads tourism sector so far this year

In addition, the region launched online livestreaming tours in February, highlighting some of the region's key scenic spots. As a result, the region has received increased attention from all over the country.

Since May, thanks to online promotions, the region's self-driving tours have grown. It is the only one in China with positive growth, the authorities said, with a 27 percent increase.

In addition, Tibet has continued to accelerate its tourism infrastructure construction this year. More than 778 million yuan ($112 million) has been invested in various projects.

Tibet is on the way to becoming an important destination for tourists from around the world. The region received more than 40 million domestic and overseas tourists last year, an increase of 19.1 percent year-on-year, and its income from tourism reached nearly 55.92 billion yuan, up 14 percent year-on-year.