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Ancha of Qimen
Basic Introduction to Ancha of QimenAncha is a compressed tea that undergoes post-fermentation, falling somewhere between black and green teas. It is a historically renowned tea belonging to the category of dark teas. Its creation dates back to the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, produced primarily in the southwestern regions of Luxi and Rongkou in Qimen County; production ceased during World War II but was revived in the 1980s. The finished product has a dark color, a rich and slightly red infusion, and an aroma with a hint of astringency. It is sold domestically in Guangdong and Hong Kong, and exported to Southeast Asian countries, earning it the title of "Holy Tea."The county of Qimen is located in a mountainous, rainy region of southern Anhui, characterized by a subtropical monsoon climate of the northern subtropics. Its main features include a mild climate, limited sunshine, abundant rainfall, and distinct seasons. Low mountains cover 700,200 acres, or 21.3% of the total land area. These low mountains are mainly distributed on the outskirts of mid-mountain areas, spanning all towns across the county. The slopes are relatively gentle, typically ranging from 20° to 35°. There are secondary forests and plantations scattered throughout, and… -
Shenzhen, Zhongshan connected by ‘most comprehensive’ crossing
The Lingdingyang Bridge and the western artificial island of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link complex in Guangdong province. CHEN JIMIN/CHINA NEWS SERVICE The main line of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, a mega cross-sea passage in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, has been fully connected after completion of the last part of the caisson concrete pouring on Tuesday morning. The project, which integrates a bridge, island, tunnel and underwater interchange, starts from the Shenzhen airport interchange, crossing the Pearl River estuary to connect with Ma'anshan Island in Zhongshan. It is the world's most comprehensive and difficult cross-sea cluster project, consisting of 24 kilometers of an eight-lane expressway with a traffic speed of 100 km per hour. With completion of the link, the comprehensive transportation convenience of the GBA and the traffic capacity of the river crossing channel will be greatly improved, according to Deng Xiaohua, Party chief of Guangdong Transportation Group. "After its opening to traffic next year, the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link will help build a balanced and coordinated high-speed transportation network in the Pearl River estuary, along with other cross-sea and cross-river channels," said Deng. A worker introduces the inner structure of the undersea tunnel section of the complex on Tuesday. CHEN JIMIN/CHINA… -
International journalists explore centuries-old commercial district in Shenzhen
Dongmen Old Street, dating back to the middle of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), stands as the oldest commercial area in Shenzhen, south China’s Guangdong Province. Before Shenzhen's establishment as a city, “Shenzhen” referred only to the current Dongmen area, originally named Shenzhen Old Market. In 1979, with the birth of the city, the area was renamed Dongmen Old Street. In December 2022, the Shenzhen government initiated the renovation and upgrading of Dongmen Old Street. The project aims to blend cultural heritage with commerce and industry, shaping the district's future. -
Guangzhou’s Nansha International Cruise Homeport officially opens
A cruise ship sets sail from Guangzhou's Nansha International Cruise Homeport on June 25 with more than 600 domestic and foreign tourists aboard. (Drone The Blue Dream Melody cruise ship set sail for a five-day, four-night visa-free adventure to Vietnam's Ha Long Bay, marking the official opening of the much-anticipated port in Guangdong province. A cruise ship sets sail from Guangzhou's Nansha International Cruise Homeport on June 25 with more than 600 domestic and foreign tourists aboard. (Drone A cruise ship sets sail from Guangzhou's Nansha International Cruise Homeport on June 25 with more than 600 domestic and foreign tourists aboard. Tourists head for Guangzhou's Nansha International Cruise Homeport on June 25. The staff tidy up the dining room on the cruise ship on June 25. Tourists go through the procedures before getting onboard the cruise ship on June 25. -
Qiangang Glutinous Rice Paste Litchi
Introduction to Qiangang Glutinous Rice Paste LitchiThe Qiangang Glutinous Rice Paste Litchi is produced in the village of Qiangang, Taiping Town. It is one of the first batch of famous and high-quality brands in Guangdong Province and Guangzhou City. The ten words "large fruit, small seed, smooth flesh, abundant juice, rich sweetness" aptly describe its natural beauty. Nutritional ValueThe rich sugar content helps replenish energy and nutrition. Studies have shown that it nourishes brain tissue and can significantly improve symptoms such as insomnia, forgetfulness, and fatigue; the high vitamin C and protein content in litchi flesh help enhance the body's immune function and improve resistance to illness; it has the effect of reducing swelling, detoxifying, stopping bleeding, and relieving pain; the abundance of vitamins promotes microvascular circulation, prevents freckles, and makes the skin smoother. The fruit pulp has the effects of tonifying spleen and liver, regulating blood, warming the middle to relieve pain, nourishing the heart, and calming the spirit; the seeds have the effects of regulating qi, dispersing nodules, and relieving pain; it is a good food therapy for persistent hiccups and early morning diarrhea, and also benefits the brain, improves appetite, and strengthens the spleen. Product FeaturesThe certificate… -
TCM gaining recognition with Western institutes
Paul Ryan, a US doctor studying traditional Chinese medicine in Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong province, treats a girl with sanfutie plaster, in July, 2012. [Photo provided to China Daily]Traditional Chinese medicine has won more recognition in Western countries in recent years, but the 5,000-year-old medical science still needs a modern interpretation to break into the mainstream Western market.According to the Beijing-based World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies, more TCM clinics have opened in the West and more colleges are starting to offer TCM education, but TCM has not attained legal status in many countries.In some countries, TCM is considered a food supplement rather than having medicinal effects, it added.A major reason that TCM is not widely acknowledged in these countries is a lack of research on TCM such as its pharmaceutical details and its interaction with other medicines, according to the federation.The number of registered TCM practitioners worldwide is estimated at about 500,000.A cooperative project between the Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine and Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in Australia is trying to combine TCM with modern interpretations of ancient documents and high-level clinical research.US students in a university in Shandong province learn about Chinese traditional medicine on June 27 in… -
Hua Juhong
Basic Introduction to Hua JuhongHua Juhong, also known as Huajuhong, is referred to as the "Southern Ginseng" and is a specialty of Huazhou City, Maoming, Guangdong Province. In China's Ming and Qing dynasties, it was listed as an imperial tribute item, enjoyed exclusively by high-ranking officials. This herb comes from the outer dried peel of immature or nearly mature fruit of the Citrus grandis (Huazhou variety) or Citrus maxima, with the former commonly known as "Mao Juhong" and the latter as "Guang Qi Zha" or "Guang Wu Zha." Hua Juhong is a type of traditional Chinese medicine produced in Huazhou City, Maoming, Guangdong Province, which thrives in warm and humid conditions. Its fruit, when steeped in water, can help alleviate coughs and expel phlegm. It is a common ingredient in various cough-relieving and phlegm-reducing Chinese patent medicines; it is also frequently exported abroad. Hua Juhong from its native Huazhou is considered the finest due to the natural soil minerals and climate conditions. Once reserved for the imperial court, it is now available to the public. In December 2006, the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine approved geographical indication product protection for Hua Juhong. Nutritional ValueThe pulp contains a… -
Int’l cultural industries fair opens in south China metropolis
People visit the 20th China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF) at the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center, Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province, May 23, 2024. The 20th ICIF opened here on Thursday. According to the organizers, the five-day event held offline and online simultaneously has attracted over 6,000 government entities, cultural organizations and enterprises, with more than 120,000 exhibits on display. ( tasteallchina /Liang Xu) SHENZHEN, May 23 ( tasteallchina ) -- The 20th China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF) opened on Thursday in the southern Chinese metropolis of Shenzhen. For the first time, the five-day event has set up an international cultural trade exhibition, with an exhibition area covering 20,000 square meters. The main venue of the fair is at the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center. It consists of eight pavilions focused on areas such as the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area's cultural industry innovation, the integration of culture and tourism, gaming and e-sports, and Guochao, also known as Chinese trends or "China chic". A special exhibition of "Cultural and Creative China" has been set up at the fair to showcase the latest achievements in promoting the creative transformation and innovative development of fine traditional… -
First cross-broader electric coach linking Hong Kong and Shenzhen starts operation
An inauguration ceremony for the operation of the first cross-border electric tourist coach between Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Shenzhen City in Guangdong Province is held at a cross-boundary coach terminal in Sheung Shui, Hong Kong on June 24. The 49-seat coach was designed and produced by Hong Kong International Electric Vehicles (Holdings) Ltd and Anhui Ankai Automobile Co, Ltd. Free ride service will be provided from June 25 to July 24 after the first cross-border electric tourist coach between Hong Kong and Shenzhen commences on June 24. The photo shows the motor and other power components of the tourist coach Ankai 49 while the coach stops at a cross-boundary coach terminal in Sheung Shui, Hong Kong on June 24. Guests attend the inauguration ceremony at a cross-boundary coach terminal in Sheung Shui, Hong Kong on June 24. The 49-seat tourist coach stops at a cross-boundary coach terminal in Sheung Shui and is ready for operation. -
Puning Green Plum
Basic Introduction to Puning Green PlumThe Puning Green Plum is a specialty of Puning City, Guangdong Province and a product protected by China’s national geographical indication. The Puning Green Plum is renowned for its large size, thick flesh, small seed, high acidity; its tender skin that is not easily damaged, soft flesh with a high drying rate, bright color, and long retention of color in the finished product. Its reputation extends both domestically and overseas.Puning City is located in the southeast of Guangdong Province on the western edge of the Chaoshan Plain. To the east, it borders the Chaonan District of Shantou City; to the south, Huilai County; to the southwest, Lufeng City and Luhe County; to the northwest, Jixi County; and to the northeast, the Rongcheng District. It lies between 115°43′10″E and 116°21′02″E and 23°05′40″N and 23°31′48″N. The Tropic of Cancer passes through the northern part of the city. It has a subtropical monsoon climate and is the most suitable area in Guangdong Province for growing green plums. The main production areas of Puning Green Plum are distributed at the southern foot of the Nanyang and Tieshan mountain ranges. This region boasts extensive mountains, clear waters, well-preserved vegetation, and… -
Rogang Nian Gao Lichi
Basic Introduction to Rogang Nian Gao LichiRogang Nian Gao Lichi refers to the Nian Gao variety of lichi produced in the Rogang District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province. The Nian Gao lichi from Rogang is acclaimed as the premier product of the Lingnan region. It is known for its large size, bright red and attractive skin, thin peel with thick flesh and a small seed, tender and smooth texture, sweet and juicy flavor, and excellent taste. Alongside the Guiwei variety from Rogang and the Guilv variety from Zengcheng, it is celebrated as one of the "Three Lichi Kings," and is a prestigious product well-known in Hong Kong, Macau, and Southeast Asian regions. In 2011, it was granted protection as a Geographical Indication Product in China. Nutritional ValueThe flesh of the lichi contains glucose, sucrose, proteins, fats, carotene, vitamins B1, B2, and C, folic acid, citric acid, malic acid, calcium, phosphorus, iron, arginine, tryptophan, and other components. Product CharacteristicsThe Rogang Nian Gao lichi is large, with a bright red and attractive skin, a thin peel, thick flesh, a small seed, a tender and smooth texture, sweet and juicy flavor, and an excellent taste. On average, each fruit weighs over 25 grams, and… -
Marsui Tangerine
Basic Introduction to Marsui TangerineThe Marsui tangerine, named after its place of origin, Marsui Town in Yangchun City, is a traditional and renowned fruit of Guangdong Province. It is known for its beautiful shape, bright color, thin skin, easy-to-peel texture, few seeds, abundant juice, and sweet fragrance. It has the health benefits of clearing heat and moistening the lungs, as well as removing dampness from the body. The Marsui tangerine is also called the Yangchun sweet tangerine, with a planting history of over 300 years. It is much loved by people both at home and abroad and is considered one of the four most famous tangerines in Guangdong. It is well-known in Hong Kong and Macau markets and sells well across China and Southeast Asia. It is one of the best fruits certified as pollution-free in Guangdong Province.The high quality of the Marsui tangerine primarily lies in the uniqueness of the land where it grows. The three main growing areas are alluvial layers along the Moyang River, with sandy loam soil several meters deep. This soil is fine-grained, loose, and fertile. Combined with unique cultivation methods, these factors produce the world-renowned "Marsui tangerine." Before 1949, the Marsui tangerine was privately… -
Villagers enhance night training for upcoming Dragon Boat Festival in Guangdong
Racers take part in a night training session to greet the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival or Duanwu Festival in Foshan, south China's Guangdong Province, May 25, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Chen Chuhong) With a narrow and winding river, Diejiao Village holds the dragon boat race annually for the Dragon Boat Festival. Racers take part in a night training session to greet the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival or Duanwu Festival in Foshan, south China's Guangdong Province, May 25, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Chen Chuhong) Racers take part in a night training session to greet the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival or Duanwu Festival in Foshan, south China's Guangdong Province, May 25, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Chen Chuhong) Racers take part in a night training session to greet the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival or Duanwu Festival in Foshan, south China's Guangdong Province, May 25, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Chen Chuhong) Racers take part in a night training session to greet the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival or Duanwu Festival in Foshan, south China's Guangdong Province, May 25, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Chen Chuhong) -
Sanhua Plum of Wengyuan
Basic Introduction to Sanhua Plum of WengyuanThe Sanhua Plum belongs to the Rosaceae family and is a type of Chinese plum, named after its cultivation in Wengyuan County, Guangdong Province. The fruit flesh is rich in nutrients, with a deep red color, fragrant aroma, and crisp texture that is pleasing to the palate, free from any bitterness. It has a sweet taste. Its ripening period falls between the Grain in Ear and Summer Solstice periods in the lunar calendar, and it has historically been referred to as the "King of Southern Fruits in Summer." Nutritional ValueThe Sanhua Plum is beneficial for liver health. The famous Tang Dynasty physician Sun Simiao once commented that "those with liver issues should eat this." Vitamin B12 in Sanhua Plums helps regenerate hemoglobin, making it particularly beneficial for anemics. The facial beautifying effects of Sanhua Plums are remarkable; regular consumption of fresh Sanhua Plums can leave one's complexion smooth and clear, making it a natural essence highly sought after in modern beauty regimens. Sanhua Plum wine is even known as "beauty-preserving wine." According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, plums have a sweet-sour taste and are cool in nature, which helps clear liver heat, produce body… -
British students explore culture, innovation in 2nd round of ‘Touching the Greater Bay Area’ program
Two British students and a local student take photos at the Guangdong Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, July 1, 2024. (Photo/Chen Jinyue) The second round of the "Touching the Greater Bay Area" cultural exchange program, co-organized by Guangdong Radio and Television and Taste all China (UK), kicked off on Monday in south China's Guangdong Province. Four students from the U.K. — Isabelle Oxford and Amelia Sleight from the University of Oxford, Mevna Bulathsinhala from the London School of Economics and Political Science, and Roberta Rennie from the University of Cambridge — are participating in the program alongside Lai Suu, a student from Guangdong University of Foreign Studies. The five students are exploring the intangible cultural heritage and innovative technology of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). Their itinerary includes traditional experiences like gray sculpture, Yueju opera, and Wing Chun martial arts, as well as engaging with cutting-edge advancements like drones, self-driving cars, and autonomous boats. At London Heathrow Airport, Chen Ke, general manager of China Southern Airlines' London office, bid farewell to the U.K. students and presented them with souvenirs from the airline. "We cordially invite you to embark on this journey and witness… -
Guanglu Jade
Basic Introduction to Guanglu JadeA type of altered sericite jade. It is found in Guangning County, Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province, and is also known as Guangdong Green. Its fine-grained, moist body can be made into exquisite jade articles. Pure green, light yellow, creamy white, and greenish yellow are considered the best grades, with uniformly pure light green, emerald green, and dark green varieties being the most popular; varieties with green in white, green in yellow, red in yellow, or green stripes in white are also popular. Those that display a pearly luster or silk luster are especially suitable for crafting art pieces. In the past 30 years, it has been sold to Japan, the United States, and other places. Guanglu stone is an aluminum silicate mineral, one type of sericite jade. Besides containing mainly hydrated muscovite, it also contains small amounts of apatite, rutile, and titanium white. Product CharacteristicsThe main color of Guangdong Green is dark green, with a fine texture, moist like jade, few impurities, moderate hardness, and easy processing. It is both a rare gemstone. It displays an oily luster, waxy luster, and silk luster, and is translucent to semi-transparent or opaque. The main colors are green, yellow,… -
Renhua White-Haired Tea
Basic Introduction to Renhua White-Haired Tea Renhua White-Haired Tea is a specialty tea native to Guangdong Province, primarily divided into black and green teas based on processing techniques. Historically known as White Margosa Tea, its production dates back to the Ming Dynasty and became a tribute during the Qing Jiaqing era. The best quality comes from the "Qingming Tea," harvested around the Qingming Festival, which was once a tribute to the imperial court. Renhua White-Haired Tea contains a particularly rich array of compounds, imparting it with strong, mellow, fresh, refreshing, and fragrant qualities. Nutritional Value As measured by the Guangdong Tea Research Institute, Renhua White-Haired Tea has high levels of tea polyphenols, with green tea varieties at ≥23% and black tea varieties at ≥13%; amino acids at 1.98%, chlorophyll at 1.44%, water-soluble extracts over 38%, along with various vitamins (C, B, E, P) and minerals, providing significant nutritional and health benefits. Regular consumption can aid in weight loss, prevent cancer, promote beauty and longevity. Product Characteristics Renhua White-Haired Tea is renowned for its clear and bright liquor, delicate and fragrant aroma, fresh and mellow taste, and excellent brewing endurance. It also has a special effect in tonifying the stomach, aiding… -
Int’l journalists make a flower appreciation journey in Gankeng Hakka Town, Shenzhen
Gankeng Hakka Town is a beautifully preserved Hakka village located in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province. This charming town not only showcases the rich heritage of Hakka culture but also exudes a tranquil rural ambience. The town is adorned with vibrant flowers and verdant foliage, creating a delightful ecological setting.( Taste all China Photo) 【1】【2】【3】【4】【5】 -
Train passengers left in awe of breathtaking golden rapeseed flower fields
Vast expanses of rapeseed fields have turned into enchanting seas of gold in many regions across China, especially central China's Hunan Province and south China's Guangdong Province, creating breathtaking scenes that bring immense pleasure to passengers traveling by train. A high-speed train crosses a bridge surrounded by lush mountains and beautiful rapeseed fields. (Photo/Yu Lan) Vast fields of brilliant rapeseed flowers stretch as far as the eye can see, creating a dazzling golden patchwork set against emerald green rice paddies, quaint villages with white walls and red-tiled roofs, lucid waters and lush mountains. Passengers are encouraged to look out of the window to take in these ephemeral floral vistas instead of just playing with their mobile phones while aboard high-speed trains. The scenes provide fleeting but unforgettable glimpses of nature's springtime splendor as they speed through idyllic countryside landscapes. Some highly recommended routes for these fascinating sightseeing experiences include the Beijing-Guangzhou high-speed railway linking China's capital city Beijing and Guangzhou, capital of south China's Guangdong Province; the Huaihua-Hengyang railway connecting the cities of Huaihua and Hengyang in central China's Hunan Province; the Hengyang-Liuzhou railway between Hengyang city and Liuzhou city in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region; the Shanghai-Kunming high-speed… -
Guangzhou lighted up for international light festival
The Canton Tower and skyscrapers are illuminated during the 12th Guangzhou international light festival in south China's Guangdong Province, Nov. 21, 2023. The light festival showcased the charm of Guangzhou city with 25 light shows during the festival, which kicked off on Tuesday. The Canton Tower is illuminated during the 12th Guangzhou international light festival in south China's Guangdong Province, Nov. 21, 2023. Liede bridge is illuminated with colorful lights during the 12th Guangzhou international light festival in south China's Guangdong Province, Nov. 21, 2023. The Canton Tower is illuminated during the 12th Guangzhou international light festival in south China's Guangdong Province, Nov. 21, 2023. The Canton Tower is illuminated during the 12th Guangzhou international light festival in south China's Guangdong Province, Nov. 21, 2023. The Canton Tower is illuminated during the 12th Guangzhou international light festival in south China's Guangdong Province, Nov. 21, 2023. -
Male embroiderer shatters expectations through success in a traditionally female pursuit
At 43 years old, Wang Xinyuan stands as a distinguished and accomplished master of Guangdong embroidery, an art form deeply rooted in the cultural tapestry of south China’s Guangdong Province. With a rich embroidery career spanning three decades, Wang’s experience has earned him the honor of being a renowned representative and prominent figure in the craft and art of Guangdong embroidery. Despite Wang’s success, as a man who loves embroidery, he has encountered skepticism and ridicule. Nevertheless, his unwavering passion has carried him through these challenges. Photo shows a piece of embroidery work by Wang Xinyuan. (Photo/CCTV News) To achieve the desired thickness for his artwork and perfect his craft, Wang keeps his nails meticulously sharp and smooth, a necessity for splitting silk threads to the required thinness. This unique requirement frequently takes him to nail salons for specialized care, which sometimes leads to misunderstandings and bemused reactions among those around him. Wang’s journey into the world of embroidery, needles, and threads began in his childhood in a village in east China's Jiangxi Province, influenced by his family’s tailoring background. At just 13 years old, he discovered his passion for embroidery, though his interest and hobby often subjected him to… -
British students explore intangible cultural heritage in China’s Greater Bay Area
Photo taken on July 3, 2024, shows a roof with clay carving art in Kaiping, south China’s Guangdong Province. (Photo provided to People’s Daily Online) A group of British students recently immersed themselves in Chinese cultural heritage during a visit to the Greater Bay Area in south China's Guangdong Province. The second round of the “Touching the Greater Bay Area” cultural exchange program, co-organized by Guangdong Radio and Television and Taste all China (UK), brought together university students from the United Kingdom and local Chinese students. A journey through exquisite craftsmanship Photo taken on July 3, 2024, shows the Kaiping Diaolou and Villages, inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, south China's Guangdong Province. (People’s Daily Online/Zhong Wenxing) The students visited the Kaiping Diaolou and Villages – unique multi-story buildings blending Chinese and Western styles. These structures feature colorful clay sculptures, an art form that has endured for centuries in the Greater Bay Area. The intricate clay carvings decorate ancestral halls, homes, and temples, demonstrating the region's rich artistic heritage. This traditional craft continues to captivate with its detailed designs and cultural significance. British students and a local student experience clay carving art in Kaiping, south China's Guangdong Province, July 3,…
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