Recently, 2 kilograms of Tibetan saffron valued at 256,400 yuan (RMB) were exported to Canada, marking the first-ever overseas shipment of Tibetan saffron. As a precious medicinal and edible plant, Tibetan saffron is hailed as the "red gold." Thanks to the unique environment of the plateau, its excellent quality has been widely recognized in the international market. 

Photo: Xizang Daily

Editor: Zheng Yujie, Luo Rongting

Translator: Peng Qing, Liu Fang

Review: Drakpa Wangchen, Pan Lu