As the Tibetan New Year, or Losar, approaches, preparations are in full swing in Lhasa, the capital of the Xizang autonomous region, with families busy following centuries-old customs to seek blessings and good fortune.
In Sa'gya county, Shigatse, Pema Chungdak's family is preparing for Losar in their new home by Guchak cleaning, frying kasai, and setting the Chemar box.