First cinema at the roof of the world's roof - Nagri of Tibet

July,28 2016 BY Master Catherine Jigme 0 COMMENTS

The first cinema in Nagri prefecture of Tibet was built at the average elevation of 4,500 meter in July, 2010. Nagri is known as the roof of the world's roof for its high elevation. Supported by the Apple Foundation, the cinema was named "Nagri Apple 17.5 Cinema" as it has cost 1.75 million.

The cinema covers an area of 654 square meters with one screening room and 105 seats. An updated collection of films will be screened here to enrich the entertainment of people on the plateau.

Limited by the natural environment, local villagers in Nagri barely have any entertaining life. The "Nagri Apple 17.5 Cinema" will become the main bridge between the local people and the outside world.

The Apple Foundation is dedicated to improve the educational and medical conditions in Nagri and has invested 20 million yuan in the establishments of public libraries, schools and cinemas in the agricultural and pastoral areas in Nagri.

Nagri in western Tibet is home to dozens of holy lakes and mountains in Tibet such as the Mt. Kailash and the Manasarovar Holy Lake.

The region still remains mysterious and untouchable for its high elevation and remote location. However, its splendid landscapes, typical customs and the strong air of Buddhism, still attract many adventurers from home and abroad to leave their footprints there.

From: China Tibet Online

About the Author - Master Catherine Jigme

With exceptional passion and outstanding leadership, Mrs. Catherine has dedicated herself to Tibet inbound tourism and China tour for 15 years. As one of the handful females who see great potential of Chinese inbound tourism, Catherine has made great contribution to promoting Tibet tourism and enhancing the employment of Tibetans and prosperity of local Tibetan community.

Over the years, she travelled overseas with Tibet Tourism Bureau many times to promote Tibet tourism. Currently, Catherine works as the marketing director of Tibet Vista, an opinion leader behind the whole team of Tibet Vista.

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