"Tibet has done a good job in its modernization and cultural protection," wrote Evgenij-Solovev, Beijing office head of Russian newspaper Russkiye Vedomosti. Evgenij-Solovev's article apperas in the Peopole's Daily Tuesday. The full text runs as follows:

"In late March last year, I went to Lhasa and gathered news there. It's my first time to visit Tibet, which has impressed me deeply.

Evgenij-Solovev, Beijing office head of Russian newspaper Russkiye Vedomosti [photo from People's Daily]

There, the natural environment is well preserved. How beautiful it is! I was attracted by such a picturesque view -- the blue sky, high snow mountains, pure lakes plus ancient monasteries. Previously, what I had known about Tibet came only from pictures. But after enjoying the real views, I felt that no pictures could show its beauty completely.

I also visited the Potala Palace, which has been preserved in a good way. I saw some workers renovating it. During my stay in Lhasa, I communicated with some locals. Those religious people talked freely, proving they enjoy full freedom of religion.

Tibet really has done a good job in development of modernization and protection of historical relics. In my opinion, this follows the concept of harmony.

I want to revisit Tibet if there's another chance."

(Xinhua News Agency March 25, 2009)