The upper part (file) of this combo photo shows a view of a desert before its environmental restoration in Youyu Township. The lower part of the combo photo taken by Cao Yang on Aug. 7, 2018 shows a view of Xiaonanshan Forest Park in Youyu Township of Shuozhou City, north China's Shanxi Province. Shuozhou government has boosted the restoration of eco-environment with a series of comprehensive management projects. The improved environment also helped poverty-stricken households to get rid of poverty through afforestation, vegetable planting and rural tourism. (Xinhua)
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