Abstract:

China is the birthplace and hometown of tea culture. From emperors, aristocrats and men of letters, to the working class and country folk, all Chinese love to drink tea. They drink it not only for its healing effects, but also as an enjoyable experience. This program details Chinese tea culture from four angles: examining the natural environments that produce famous Chinese teas, tracing the origins of teahouses, performing the tea ceremony, and linking tea and Buddhism.