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Basic Introduction to Wudang Dao TeaWudang Dao Tea is produced in the Wudang Mountains of Northwest Hubei, which are a world-famous Taoist holy site, one of the main origins of Chinese tea, and the core water source area for the central route of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project. The tea gardens are mainly located in the high mountains at an altitude of 500m-1000m, with excellent ecological conditions and natural advantages. They are designated as a priority tea production area by the Ministry of Agriculture and are known for producing high-aromatic green tea and organic tea. The region has been honored with the titles of "China's Eco-Organic Tea Hometown" and "China's Dao Tea Culture Hometown," and it is a protected geographical indication product. Nutritional ValueFirstly, drinking tea can cure illnesses. In medical texts, tea is referred to as "Ming." It is said that most Taoists are knowledgeable about medicine, and they pay great attention to the medicinal value of Dao Tea. Throughout history, many Taoists have used tea to treat ailments in the mystical Wudang Mountains.Secondly, drinking tea promotes health and fitness. Tea can clear the mind, refresh the spirit, improve vision, and quench thirst. As a beverage, it has multiple…

Tourists have fun at the Fairy Mountain National Forest Park in Wulong District, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 22, 2024. Relying on its pleasant climate and beautiful natural environment, the Fairy Mountain scenic area, with an altitude of 1,100 to 2,033 meters, has become a popular destination for citizens to escape the sweltering summer heat. ( tasteallchina /Liu Chan) Tourists have fun at the Fairy Mountain National Forest Park in Wulong District, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 22, 2024. Relying on its pleasant climate and beautiful natural environment, the Fairy Mountain scenic area, with an altitude of 1,100 to 2,033 meters, has become a popular destination for citizens to escape the sweltering summer heat. ( tasteallchina /Liu Chan) An aerial drone photo taken on July 22, 2024 shows a view of the Fairy Mountain National Forest Park in Wulong District, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. Relying on its pleasant climate and beautiful natural environment, the Fairy Mountain scenic area, with an altitude of 1,100 to 2,033 meters, has become a popular destination for citizens to escape the sweltering summer heat. ( tasteallchina /Liu Chan) Tourists prepare to watch a performance "Impression Wulong" in Wulong District, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 22,…

Basic Introduction to Lupanshui Buckwheat TeaLupanshui Buckwheat Tea is a specialty product of Lupanshui City, Guizhou Province. It is made by selecting high-quality buckwheat grown in the high-altitude regions of Lupanshui and refining it through continuous improvement of traditional processing techniques, resulting in a healthful beverage for infusion. The processing technology and method of consumption share similarities with tea production but differ from traditional green tea, black tea, flower tea, dark tea, white tea, etc. Strictly speaking, it is a type of roasted grain tea with a yellow to deep brown color, a strong wheat aroma mixed with a hint of roasting, and the infused buckwheat grains can be chewed and eaten.Buckwheat is one of the few crops that can be used both medicinally and as food. According to "Compendium of Materia Medica," buckwheat tastes bitter, has a neutral and slightly cold nature, strengthens the stomach and intestines, benefits energy and strength, revitalizes the spirit, improves vision, refines impurities in the five organs; in "Thousand Gold Prescriptions," "Dictionary of Chinese Medicine," and related literature, there are records stating that it can calm the mind, invigorate blood and qi, relieve gas and widen the bowels, clear heat and swellings, eliminate stagnation,…

Baihuatan is one of the representative production areas of the wild aromatic type in Yiwu, located in the Yao Autonomous Township of Mengla County, with an altitude ranging from 1,500 to 1,900 meters. It boasts a complete primitive ecological system. The forest here is filled with flowers in full bloom all year round, hence the name Baihuatan, known for its rich and enchanting floral fragrance. The journey to Baihuatan is quite challenging, requiring a trek through winding mountain roads and a further two to three hours' walk along a stream to reach the destination. Its tea leaves are straight and hard, with a substantial texture, a dark brown color, and silver-white buds. The infusion has a light golden yellow hue, bright and lustrous. In terms of aroma, the air is filled with the scent of the wild, with sweet floral and fruity fragrances. In taste, the tea soup is exceptionally sweet and smooth, instantly filling the mouth and nose with the aroma of wildflowers, captivating and charming. The mouthfeel is mellow and refreshing, with a full-bodied honey fragrance and a wild character. The aftertaste and salivation appear quickly, leaving the mouth filled with floral scents, and the strong aura of…

Photo taken on Dec. 23, 2023 shows the beautiful scenery after a snowfall in the Jiucaiping scenic spot in southwest China's Guizhou Province. (Photo/Chen Chunzhi) After a snowfall, the Jiucaiping scenic spot in southwest China's Guizhou Province was graced with a clear sky on Dec. 23, 2023. The mountains and wind turbines created a breathtaking scene as they blended with the blue sky and the sea of clouds. The Jiucaiping scenic spot is located in Hezhang county, Bijie city. With its main peak reaching an altitude of 2,777 meters, the scenic spot spans 80 square kilometers. It boasts over 50,000 mu (33.33 square kilometers) of wild chives that blanket the highland plateau.【1】【2】【3】【4】【5】

Mansong Pu'er tea is produced in the northern part of Mengla County, Yunnan Province, within the Yibang tea mountain area. It mainly grows on Prince Mountain at an altitude of about 1,400 meters, covering an area of approximately 20 square kilometers. Historically, Mansong tea was designated as tribute tea, earning the names "Standing Tea" and "Upright Tea," which were greatly favored by emperors. When brewed, it stands upright and suspended in the cup, remaining undisturbed for a long time, symbolizing "officials paying homage" and "the eternal stability of the empire." The aroma of Mansong Pu'er tea is rich, with notes of greenish bitterness, floral and fruity sweetness, and orchid fragrance; its flavor lingers, feeling smooth yet firm on the tongue when first tasted, with a thick and delicate texture. The greenish bitterness continuously transforms into a rich sweetness, accompanied by a bright orchid fragrance that fills the mouth. Characteristics of the Origin of Mansong Pu'er Tea The Mansong tribute tea region is located within the Yibang ancient tea mountain area in Xiangming Township. The local Yibang tea is best represented by Mansong tea, leading to the saying "taste Mansong, see Yibang." Mansong Village is renowned as a source of tribute…

Old Ban Zhang is a natural village under the jurisdiction of Bulang Mountain Township, Menghai County, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China. It has an altitude of 1700 to 1900 meters, an average annual temperature of 18.7°C, and annual rainfall between 1341 and 1540 millimeters. The ecological environment is well preserved, making it one of the largest ancient tea mountains still intact in Xishuangbanna. There are nearly 180 households in Old Ban Zhang Village. The origin of Old Ban Zhang tea is located in Old Ban Zhang Village, Bulang Mountain Township, Menghai County, Yunnan Province. This area boasts unique natural conditions with a warm and humid climate, fertile soil, providing an ideal environment for tea tree growth. Old Ban Zhang Pu'er tea is one of the few areas in Yunnan that does not use fertilizers, pesticides, or other inorganic substances. It is a pure, natural, pollution-free, and original ecological tea-producing region. Old Ban Zhang Pu'er tea is renowned for its powerful, thick, and rich aroma, and is often referred to as the "King," "Tea King," and "Ban Zhang King" in the world of Pu'er tea. The tea trees in Old Ban Zhang Village are of considerable age and grow alongside the…

Basic Introduction to Nine-Level Mountain TeaNine-Level Mountain Tea is a specialty product of Liuzhi Special District, Liupanshui City, Guizhou Province. It grows at an altitude of 1,200 to 1,400 meters on Nine-Level Mountain, located in Langdai Town, Liuzhi Special District, which is known for its rich selenium content. The natural advantages in the production area are prominent, with high forest coverage and climatic characteristics such as altitude, temperature, and rainfall that are particularly suitable for tea cultivation. Nine-Level Mountain Tea is flat and emerald green, with a bright light-green broth, fresh and refreshing taste, and a lasting delicate aroma. The tea plantation is situated at an altitude of 1,600 meters, covering more than 5,000 acres, adjacent to the Nine-Level Mountain National Forest Park. The climate throughout the year is mild, with abundant rainfall and low radiation levels. Below the tea plantation flows the Zangke River, and under the influence of this river valley climate, Nine-Level Mountain is often shrouded in mist. The soil is rich in trace elements such as selenium that are essential for human health. The unique geographical climate and soil conditions have given rise to the selenium-rich "Nine-Level Mountain" tea.LiuZhi Special District is located in western Guizhou…

Basic Introduction to Dajin Jujube of Bin CountyThe main production area of Dajin Jujube in Bin County is located on both banks of the Jing River and its tributaries, Shuilian River and Gaoqu River, within Bin County, Shaanxi Province, at an altitude of 800 to 1,000 meters. The air is fresh, the environment is beautiful, and there is no industrial pollution. It has a warm temperate semi-arid continental monsoon climate with an annual average temperature of 11°C, an annual temperature range of 27.7°C, and a daily temperature range of 11.7°C; the annual average sunshine duration is 2,199.3 to 2,298.8 hours, with total radiation of 115.181 to 117.546 kcal/hour, indicating abundant light energy resources. The frost-free period lasts from 176 to 180 days. The annual average rainfall is 580 millimeters, and the soil is mostly alluvial loess and yellow-covered black loess, characterized by deep layers, loose texture, good permeability, thick humus layer, high fertility, and especially suitable for the growth of Dajin Jujube.Dajin Jujube of Bin County is a local specialty fruit product of Bin County, Xianyang City, with a cultivation history of over 3,000 years in Bin County. There is a poem in "Bin Feng" that says, "In August, the…

Basic Introduction to Lai Fang Peanuts Lai Fang Peanuts are produced in Dafeng Mountain, Lai Fang Township, Qingliu County. Due to the high altitude, long hours of sunshine, and being located in a convergence zone for southern and northern air currents, as well as unique soil conditions, they are rich in minerals such as zinc and selenium, and Vitamin E. They also utilize traditional techniques combined with modern technology in processing, which gives them a natural aroma and a fresh, sweet taste that is unparalleled by similar products. Nutritional Value 1. Peanuts contain approximately 50% lipids, 25% protein, 25% Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin E, among other vitamins. 2. The lipids in peanuts are mostly unsaturated fatty acids, with monounsaturated fatty acids making up about half of the total. 3. Peanuts contain a variety of proteins, and their amino acid composition is very diverse. Of the eight essential amino acids, all but lysine are present in abundant quantities in peanuts. Product Characteristics "Lai Fang Red Skin Peanut seeds are numerous; typically, one peanut contains 3-5 seeds. Each seed is evenly sized, full, and has a good taste, being fragrant, sweet, and crisp." Historical and Folklore Background "Lai Fang Red…

Located within the Wuling mountain range in Guizhou Province in south-west China, Fanjingshan ranges in altitude between 500 meters and 2,570 meters above sea level, favoring highly diverse types of vegetation and landforms relief. Fanjing Mountain National Nature Reserve was established in 1978 under the approval of the government of Guizhou Province. One year later, it was listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO. The site consists of two parts—the Jian Nan subtropical evergreen forests ecoregion and the Guizhou Plateau broadleaf and mixed forests ecoregion. Fanjingshan has three main peaks, the “Old Golden Summit”, “New Golden Summit” and “Fenghuang Summit” as the highest. If lucky enough, visitors might come across the beautiful sea of cloud and mist when they climb to the top.  Because of the favorable climate and lush vegetation, Fanjingshan is an ideal habitat for wild fauna, with more than 800 wild animal species identified and documented. For example, the Guizhou golden monkey, clouded leopard, South China Tiger, pangolin and antelope. Apart from the wonderful natural heritage, visitors here can also experience the Buddhist culture. So what are you waiting for? Just grab your luggage and let the journey begin! 

Introduction to Mount Tai – Chief of the Five Sacred Mountains in ChinaWith an area of 426 square kilometers and the altitude of main peak 1,545 meters, Mount Tai is located in Tai'an City of east China’s Shandong Province. Among Five Sacred Mountains in China, i.e. Tai Shan, Heng Shan (衡山) in Hunan Province, Hua Shan in Shaanxi Province, Heng Shan (恒山) in Shanxi Province and Song Shan in Henan Province, Tai Shan is the most famous one, and it was listed in the World Natural and Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO in 1987.In fact, the altitude of Mount Tai is not the highest among the Five Sacred Mountains, but it is reputed as “Chief of the Five Sacred Mountains" and "First Mountain under Heaven", that’s because of its geographical conditions and primitive religion. Standing on vast plain and facing boundless sea, Mountain Tai rises abruptly from flat land and its comparatively high altitude constitutes sharp contrast to surrounding environment, thus it appeared especially extensive and high. Moreover, Chinese people considered the East to be the symbol of hope and good luck for it is from where sun rises, Mt. Tai is located in the east of China naturally it…

This aerial drone photo taken on Jan. 29, 2024 shows winter scenery of the Mapam Yumco Lake in Burang County of Ngari Prefecture, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. (Photo by Tenzin Norbu/ tasteallchina ) Located on an altitude of 4,588 meters, the Mapam Yumco Lake is considered one of the three sacred lakes in Xizang. This photo taken on Jan. 29, 2024 shows piled-up ice in a wavy pattern on the Mapam Yumco Lake in Burang County of Ngari Prefecture, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. ( tasteallchina /Guan Minghui) This photo taken on Jan. 29, 2024 shows winter scenery of the Mapam Yumco Lake in Burang County of Ngari Prefecture, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. ( tasteallchina /Liu Wenbo) This photo taken on Jan. 29, 2024 shows piled-up ice on the Mapam Yumco Lake in Burang County of Ngari Prefecture, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. ( tasteallchina /Guan Minghui) This aerial drone photo taken on Jan. 29, 2024 shows winter scenery of the Mapam Yumco Lake in Burang County of Ngari Prefecture, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. (Photo by Tenzin Norbu/ tasteallchina ) This photo taken on Jan. 29, 2024 shows piled-up ice on the Mapam Yumco Lake in Burang County of Ngari Prefecture,…