Sustainable development calls for a long-term plan to protect the environment. In Aba Tibetan and Qiang autonomous prefecture of Southwest China's Sichuan province, the "grain-for-green" program has gone a long way in preserving the unique local landscape.

The area boasts a rich diversity of tourism resources, ranging from mesmerizing destinations such as Jiuzhaigou National Park to unique ethnic folk culture.

Visitors can enjoy a magnificent view of plateau scenery, as well as experience local Tibetan culture. The number of tourists has been increasing steadily over the past few years. In 2019, 3.2 million visitors travelled to Aba, generating tourism revenue of 22.8 billion yuan ($3.2 billion).