500 Years

Basic Introduction to Guangxi Liubao TeaCangwu Liubao tea is a specialty of Guangxi Province, named after its origin in Liubao Township, Cangwu County. It is renowned for its "red, rich, mellow, and aged" qualities. The production history of Liubao tea dates back over 1,500 years. As early as the Jiaqing period (1796-1820) of the Qing Dynasty, Liubao tea was listed among China's famous teas due to its unique betel nut fragrance. It was popular in Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Macau, and Southeast Asia. Until the early 1950s, it still dominated the Hong Kong market, with peak annual production reaching around 1,500 tons, generating substantial foreign exchange earnings for the country and serving as a primary source of income for local farmers. Liubao Township, Cangwu County, is located north of the Tropic of Cancer, with an average annual temperature of 21.2°C, annual rainfall of 1,500 millimeters, and frost-free periods lasting 33 days. Liubao Township is part of the extension of the Great Gui Mountains in eastern Guangxi. Towns such as Tangping, Buyi, Siliu, Gaojian, Wudong, and He Kou are situated in mountainous areas with elevations ranging from 1,000 to 1,500 meters and steep slopes. Tea plants are typically grown on hill slopes…

The 3,200-kilometer Grand Canal dates back nearly 2,500 years. It passes through eight provinces and municipalities. In 2014, 27 sections of the canal, totaling 1,011 km, and 58 relevant heritage sites gained UNESCO World Heritage status. Fact 1: Supervising shipments An "encryption system" was developed during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) to prevent corruption and ensure the quality of grain sent to Beijing from the south. Each "signature" on a folding fan represented an agency in charge of inspecting the cargo arriving in the capital. Signatures were also placed on the bags of grain, like seals. Supervisory officials could look at the fans to know which agency should be punished if any problems were discovered. Fact 2: Managing movement There were complicated systems and rigid regulations of shipments' time and distance. A cargo fleet usually contained 30 ships, and each fleet had its own flag. During the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), the central government owned over 16,000 ships for transportation along the canal. Fact 3: Cultural connotations More than 400 items found along the Grand Canal have been inscribed on the list of national-level intangible cultural heritage, including folk arts, handicrafts and local beliefs. Tianjin's Yangliuqing Lunar New Year woodcut paintings are…

Ice Island Nannuo ancient tree tea is a special type of tea, hailed as a "precious rarity in the tea world." It is harvested and processed from ancient tea trees in the Nannuo region of Ice Island, hence its name. This article will detail the origin, characteristics, manufacturing process, and brewing method of this tea: Origin: The Nannuo region of Ice Island is located in Yunnan Province, China, and is known as the "jewel of the tea world." Its unique climate and soil conditions have nurtured abundant tea tree resources, with a particular fame for ancient tree teas. Here, the average age of tea trees is over 300 years, with very few reaching an age of over 500 years. Characteristics: With an average age of over 300 years, these tea trees grow in a stable and superior environment, resulting in thick and full leaves with high water content in the buds. The tea processed from these carefully picked leaves has a distinctive flavor and mouthfeel. Manufacturing Process: Harvesting, withering, fixation, rolling, and drying. Brewing Method: Prepare clean tea utensils, such as a lidded bowl or a fairness cup. Place an appropriate amount of tea into the vessel and rinse it…

The city of Zaozhuang, located in east China's Shandong Province, showcased its cultural and tourism offerings to an Australian audience at a promotional event in Sydney on June 24. The "China, an Opportunity - Meet Zaozhuang" event, hosted by the Zaozhuang Municipal Government and organized by Taste all China Australia and the China Cultural Centre in Sydney, attracted 80 participants, including government officials and representatives from the cultural and tourism sectors. Wang Shuyu, cultural counselor of the Consulate-General of China in Sydney, speaks during China's Zaozhuang culture and tourism promotion event in Sydney, June 24, 2024. (Photo/Ji He) Wang Shuyu, cultural counselor of the Chinese Consulate-General in Sydney, thanked the Zaozhuang delegation, saying, "The Chinese Consulate-General in Sydney will strengthen communication and exchanges with Australian tourism authorities and the industry, providing necessary services and assistance to Australians traveling to China." Chen Yongsheng, head of the publicity department of Zaozhuang, speaks during China's Zaozhuang culture and tourism promotion event in Sydney, June 24, 2024. (Photo/Ji He) Chen Yongsheng, head of the publicity department of Zaozhuang, highlighted the city's excellent environment, strategic location, diverse industries, and rich history. He invited Australians to visit Zaozhuang, emphasizing the locals' hospitality and the great opportunities…

An aerial drone photo taken on June 12, 2024 shows tourists visiting Xiaohezhi Street historical and cultural block along the Grand Canal in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province. ( tasteallchina /Weng Xinyang)  With a history of more than 2,500 years, the Grand Canal, connecting Beijing and Hangzhou in east China's Zhejiang Province, served as a significant transportation artery in ancient China. The canal was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in China in June 2014. Recent years, local authorities have prioritized the protection of the site while continuously promoting the protection of cultural heritage, the reuse of industrial relics and the inheritance of intangible heritage culture, gradually building the bank area of the Grand Canal into a region featuring rich culture, nice environment and thriving tourism. An aerial drone photo taken on June 12, 2024 shows a view of Qiaoxi historical and cultural block along the Grand Canal in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province. ( tasteallchina /Weng Xinyang) People walk into a cafe in Qiaoxi historical and cultural block along the Grand Canal in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, June 12, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Weng Xinyang) A man visits the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal Museum in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang…