An invitational horse race in Damshung county, Xizang autonomous region, runs from April 23 to 27. [Photo by Sonam Wangchuk/For chinadaily.com.cn]

Dekyi Pedron, an official from the county's culture and tourism bureau, said that the event is expected to attract over 12,000 visitors per day at the venue and nearly 20,000 daily in the county.

"The event will potentially boost the service industry, including dining, accommodation and transportation, and this could drive economic growth by over 40 million yuan ($5.5 million), effectively invigorating the local economy," Dekyi Pedron was quoted as saying by Xizang Commerce Daily.