Namgyal Wangdrak, chairman of the region's calligraphers' association, said it was hard to separate entrants as most of the calligraphy was excellent.

"From my previous experiences of being a judge in calligraphy competitions, the quality of the calligraphy works become better and better, and conducting such an activity will eventually contribute to the promotion and preservation of Tibetan calligraphy," said Namgyal, who also serves as a member of the China Calligraphers Association.

After fierce competition, beautiful calligraphy works were displayed in front of the audience and awards were given to five winners, ten in second place and 20 in third.