Firework show celebrates opening of Shoton Festival

• Source: Xinhua
• [16:52 August 21 2009]
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The Potala Palace is illuminated during the fireworks display to celebrate the Shoton Festival in Lhasa, Tibet, August 20, 2009. The Shoton (Sour Milk Drinking or Yogurt) Festival is held on the first day of the seventh month according to the Tibetan calendar. During the celebration, various kinds of religious and recreational activities will be held. (Xinhua Photo)