I came across this beautiful tea ceremony. Every fourth article will be about something different about China. One time it may be about customs, another time travel, or even history. I want to expand my knowledge about this wonderful country rich with tradition. Lets examine why it is tea or cha as it is called in China is used.
Tea is one of China's most revered drinks.
It has long been an important part of the Chinese culture. According to legend tea was an accidental invention. B.C. Emperor Shen Nong was a scholar and herbalist, as well as being highly creative. He had a strong belief that drinking boiled water led to good health. His subjects and servents were ordered to boil their water as a precaution before drinking.