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Ancient Tibetan temples get makeover
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Let's head to southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, where ancient Buddhist temples dating back several centuries are receiving a facelift.
A professional team is hard at work to ensure an authentic restoration at Sera Monastery near the regional capital Lhasa.
The Sera Monastery plays a major role in Tibetan Buddhism and culture.
But 600 years of exposure to the plateau's harsh weather has taken its toll on the temple just north of Lhasa.
Now, it's being restored to its former glory, with 25 million yuan from the government, and a lot of local love.
Tamping the floor becomes a performance of joy. The material called Aga is made of rocks and soil, and is also used for the roofs of Tibetan buildings.
The entire complex is getting a make-over.
These workers are using twigs of Bianma, a willow native to the Tibetan plateau. It's primarily used for eaves and windowsills, and is stained red - a color that represents nobility.
