Pangong Lake, located in Rutog County, Xizang, sits at an elevation of 4,242 meters above sea level. Its salinity increases progressively from east to west, resulting in a marvelous spectrum of color changes that make it resemble a "sapphire" inlaid on the plateau. 

Photo: Xinhua

Editor: Ni Weijing, Zheng Yujie

Translator: Zhi Xinghua

Review: Dong Xiuli, Zhang Qi