Beichuan Qiang Autonomous County in southwest China's Sichuan Province was one of the worst hit regions in the devastating 8.0-magnitude earthquake on May 12. Reconstruction work began almost immediately, despite further natural disasters including downpours, landslides and floods.
Locals, who were forced to see the harsher side of life in the quake, show their confidence, bravery and fortitude as they prepare for the first Chinese Lunar New Year since the quake